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Travel through time with Marty, Doc, and the unforgettable Back to the Future trilogy—celebrating 40 years of fandom and timeless adventure.“Brad Gilmore's book not only offers new perspectives and a deeper understanding of
Back to the Future, it reminds us why we fell in love with it in the first place." ─
Mark Ellis, Comedian & Movie Critic
Relive the magic and adventure of the Back to the Future franchise with Brad Gilmore’s insider tribute to one of the most beloved pop classics of all time. Why We Love Back to the Future: 40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures dives deep into the world of Marty McFly, Doc Emmett Brown, and the creative minds of Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Bob Gale. Explore the making of the back to the future trilogy, discover epic sci-fi trivia, and learn why this 80s sci-fi phenomenon continues to capture hearts and imaginations across generations.Packed with behind-the-scenes stories, fan insights, and a celebration of the films we love, this book is a must-have for anyone who cherishes the back to the future franchise. From flux capacitors to DeLoreans, from Hill Valley to the wild west, Gilmore explores what makes these adventures truly timeless.
Inside, you’ll find:
- Fascinating stories and trivia about Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and the making of the trilogy.
- Insights into the creative genius of Bob Gale and the evolution of the back to the future franchise.
- Fun sci-fi trivia and a celebration of 80s sci-fi and pop classics.
- Reflections on the cultural impact and enduring appeal of Marty McFly, Doc Emmett Brown, and their epic journeys.
If you enjoyed books like We Don’t Need Roads, The Ultimate Back to the Future Trivia Book, or Ready Player One, you’ll love Why We Love Back to the Future. This is the ultimate tribute for fans of Marty, Doc, and the back to the future trilogy—a must-have for anyone who can’t get enough of these timeless adventures.
List of contents
Foreword by Mikey Day
Introduction by Harry Waters, Jr.
Part I: Time Circuits OnPrologue: Great Scott
Chapter 1: The History of Hill Valley
Chapter 2: This Is Heavy
Chapter 3: Lightning Strikes Twice
Part II: To Be ContinuedChapter 4: The Institute of Future Technology
Chapter 5: Animating the Future
Chapter 6: The Power of Love and Music
Part III: Back in TimeChapter 7: Future Day
Chapter 8: It’s Like It’s Been Erased: The Cut Scenes That Made
Back to the Future Pepsi Perfect
Chapter 9: American Time Story: Old Man Biff
Chapter 10: The Almanac: Friends in Time and Doc’s Designs
Chapter 11: The Future of Hill Valley
References
Acknowledgments
About the Author
About the author
Brad Gilmore is a broadcaster and author born, raised, and currently living in Houston, Texas. He hosts
The Hall of Fame with WWE Hall-of-Famer Booker T, discussing sports, entertainment, and pop culture for ESPN Radio, and
The Collection podcast, featuring weekly celebrity interviews. He also runs a YouTube channel with over 760,000 subscribers.
Since 2015, he has hosted
Back to the Future: The Podcast, which surpassed one million streams over 50 episodes. He has hosted a variety of TV shows and podcasts including
Reality of Wrestling, Movie Trivia Schmoedown, Schmoedown Rundown, and
Heated Conversations (featured in the iTunes Top 10 Podcast Chart).
