This Doesn T Happen In The Movies

Author : Renee Pawlish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798686990883

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This Doesn't Happen In The Movies by Renee Pawlish Pdf

Why would a man with no problems and five million dollars in the bank disappear? I should have run when Amanda Ghering walked into my detective agency looking like a femme fatale from a film noir. But I didn't. Instead, I took the job-and my first real case-tracking down her husband Peter, who disappeared without a trace three weeks ago. As beautiful and wealthy as she is dark and dangerous, Amanda's convinced he's been murdered. Who could have wanted him dead? Before long, it's clear there's more to this case than meets the eye. As Amanda's story keeps changing, someone is out there who'll do anything to stop me from finding out what happened to Peter. And time is running out for both of us. "I was halfway through the first chapter when I did something I rarely do - I laughed out loud. From that point on, I was hooked." Amazon Review Grab this good old-fashioned mystery with lots of comedic charm that has been downloaded over a million times.

Author : Holly Bourne
Publisher : HMH Books For Young Readers
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780358172062

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It Only Happens in the Movies by Holly Bourne Pdf

Audrey gave up on romance before meeting aspiring filmmaker Harry at the cinema where they work, but soon they are deeply in love--and not like it is portrayed in movies.

Author : Jody McAuliffe
Publisher : Duke University Press
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0822314185

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Plays, Movies, and Critics by Jody McAuliffe Pdf

This exceptional collection explores the mutual concerns of dramatic theater, film, and those who comment on them. Plays, Movies, and Critics opens with an original play by Don DeLillo. In the form of an interview, DeLillo's short play works as a kind of paradigm of the theatrical or cinematic event and serves as a keynote for the volume. DeLillo's interview play is accompanied in this collection by interviews with theater director Roberta Levitow, Martin Scorsese, and film/theater critic Stanley Kauffmann. Other contributions include a critical look at the current American theater scene, analyses of the place of politics in the careers of G. B. Shaw and Luigi Pirandello, a compelling reading of Chekhov's "The Seagull", a detailed inquiry into the obsessions that energize the works of Sam Shepard, provocative reinterpretations of the films Mean Streets and The Sheltering Sky, and a translation of André Bazin's important piece on theology and film. Contributors. André Bazin, Robert Brustein, Bert Cardullo, Anthony DeCurtis, Don DeLillo, Jesse Ward Engdhal, Richard Gilman, Jim Hosney, Mame Hunt, Jonathan Kalb, Stanley Kauffmann, Jody McAuliffe, Mary Ann Frese Witt, Jacquelyn Wollman, David Wyatt

Author : Susan Marg
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2023-01-12
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781669862307

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A New Way of Looking at Movie Stars by Susan Marg Pdf

Can you name ten actors who played women or ten actresses who played prostitutes in the movies? What about anyone who gained weight or got into shape for a movie role? And, there are those who fell in love on a movie set, performed together, and were paid big bucks for a divorce. The answers are in this book, although you might have a preference for someone I didn’t recognize. You might even learn something new about the movies or your favorite stars. Did you know that television’s Police Squad! ran for only six episodes, but it led to three movies. Do you remember when Paul Newman played himself on The Simpsons? The idea for the book was based on a childhood pastime similar to hopscotch, but without the hopping or standing on one leg. This book is sure to bring hours of entertainment. There are over 1000 entries, organized into ten chapters with ten sections each. Sit down, keep reading, and enjoy!

Author : Joe Eszterhas
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-10
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781466852419

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The Devil's Guide to Hollywood by Joe Eszterhas Pdf

Mike Ovitz told him his Wilshire Blvd. "foot soldiers" would hunt him down. He's antagonized almost everyone at the top in Tinseltown. And now, Joe Eszterhas tells everything he knows -- in brief, quotable bursts -- about the business, the history of Hollywood, and how to write screenplays that make millions. Idiosyncratic, gruff and as shaggy as Eszterhas himself, The Devil's Guide to Hollywood makes a character/leitmotif of Eszterhas' fellow Hungarian Zsa Zsa Gabor ("Money is like a sixth sense that makes it possible for you to fully enjoy the other five."), and makes the case that Marilyn Monroe was the sharpest tack in Hollywood ("Hollywood is a place where they'll pay you a thousand dollars for a kiss and fifty cents for your soul. I know, because I turned down the first offer often enough and held out for the fifty cents."). Refreshing, dirty, tough, there's no book like it.

Author : Kevin T. Rodriguez
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781105891809

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The Complete Unofficial 84th Annual Academy Awards Review Guide by Kevin T. Rodriguez Pdf

Author : Robert Ribera
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-05
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781496809247

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Martin Scorsese by Robert Ribera Pdf

Martin Scorsese (b. 1942) has long been considered one of America's greatest cinematic storytellers. Over the last fifty years he has created some of the most iconic moments in American film, never afraid to confront controversial issues with passion. While few of his films are directly autobiographical, his upbringing in New York's Little Italy, the childhood asthma that kept him from playing sports, and his early desire to enter the priesthood all helped form his sensibilities and later shaped his distinct style. Community, religion, violence--these themes drive a Scorsese picture, and whether he examines the violence that bursts forth in the hand of Travis Bickle or the passion of Jesus Christ, Scorsese's mastery of the history, art, and craft of filmmaking is undeniable. This collection was originally edited by the late Peter Brunette in 1999 and is now revised and extensively updated by Robert Ribera. It traces Scorsese's evolution from the earliest days of the New American Cinema, his work with Roger Corman, and his days at New York University's film program to his efforts to preserve the legacy of cinema, his documentary work, and his recent string of successes. Among new movies discussed are The Departed, Hugo, and The Wolf of Wall Street, and the documentaries No Direction Home and The Blues. Scorsese stands out as a director, producer, scholar, preservationist, and icon. His work both behind the camera and in the service of its history are a cornerstone of American and world cinemas. In these interviews, Scorsese takes us from Elizabeth Street to the heights of Hollywood and all the journeys in between.

Author : Rick Riordan
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009-05-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781423131960

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Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book Two: The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan Pdf

After a summer spent trying to prevent a catastrophic war among the Greek gods, Percy Jackson finds his seventh-grade school year unnervingly quiet. His biggest problem is dealing with his new friend, Tyson—a six-foot-three, mentally challenged homeless kid who follows Percy everywhere, making it hard for Percy to have any "normal" friends. But things don't stay quiet for long...

Author : Sidney Lumet
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1996-03-19
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780679756606

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Making Movies by Sidney Lumet Pdf

“Invaluable.... I am sometimes asked if there is one book a filmgoer could read to learn more about how movies are made and what to look for while watching them. This is the book.” —Roger Ebert, The New York Times Book Review Why does a director choose a particular script? What must they do in order to keep actors fresh and truthful through take after take of a single scene? How do you stage a shootout—involving more than one hundred extras and three colliding taxis—in the heart of New York’s diamond district? What does it take to keep the studio honchos happy? From the first rehearsal to the final screening, Making Movies is a master’s take, delivered with clarity, candor, and a wealth of anecdote. For in this book, Sidney Lumet, one of our most consistently acclaimed directors, gives us both a professional memoir and a definitive guide to the art, craft, and business of the motion picture. Drawing on forty years of experience on movies that range from Long Day’s Journey into Night to Network and The Verdict—and with such stars as Katharine Hepburn, Paul Newman, Marlon Brando, and Al Pacino—Lumet explains how painstaking labor and inspired split-second decisions can result in two hours of screen magic.

Author : Brian J. Robb
Publisher : Robinson
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-06
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781780335834

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A Brief Guide to Star Wars by Brian J. Robb Pdf

George Lucas was a rebel, refusing to make films in the style of the dying studio system, relentlessly pushing the technology of the day, and almost alone in understanding the potential of merchandising; but he was a rebel who built an empire. From the staggering unexpected success of the original Star Wars in 1977, when cinema attendances exceeded 20 million for the first time since 1963, through The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, then the 'dark times', the 16 years leading to the blockbusting prequel trilogy - this is the fascinating story of how it all happened. Life-long Star Wars fan and movie journalist Brian J. Robb edited the official Star Wars magazine for a decade and visited the sets of Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith in Australia (observing director George Lucas at work), as well as the famous Skywalker Ranch. He has interviewed many of the stars and crew of all six Star Wars movies.

Author : Trevor L. Smith
Publisher : Legacy Street, LLC
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-12
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780988838321

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The EEEEasy Approach to Great Storytelling and Screenwriting by Trevor L. Smith Pdf

Do you want to be a great storyteller or screenwriter? Well, consider it done! It all starts with a decision... and The EEEEasy Approach to Great Storytelling and Screenwriting is a step-by-step comprehensive guidebook that will teach you how to craft great stories and characters that are compelling and as unique as you are. You will learn how to write a professional industry-standard screenplay or manuscript, and this book will give you the tools, inspiration, and motivation to turn your decision into action so that you can start and finish your creative projects. The EEEEasy Approach to Great Storytelling and Screenwriting is Trevor L. Smith’s unique method of teaching the structure and form (not formula) of great storytelling and screenwriting, focusing on the four simple and EEEEasy elements of experience, express, extract, and embody, to help you build complex stories, and characters that are unique, real, and relatable. This book will teach you great storytelling and screenwriting in a way that is EEEEasy to learn and understand so you can start writing with creative excellence... Now. In this book you will learn how to: Find story-worthy ideas • Turn your ideas into a premise • Develop your premise into an engaging story • Masterfully develop characters and dialogue • Write professional and visually written screenplays • Protect your intellectual property • Effectively rewrite your stories and scripts • Draft attention-grabbing loglines and query letters • Set goals, establish and change mindsets, overcome writer’s block, and more... This book is perfect for new screenwriters and authors, struggling writers who feel stuck and unable to complete their projects, experienced writers looking for a fresh perspective, and producers, directors, actors, and any creatives with a desire to tell their own engaging stories.

Author : Bruce Dern
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-11-18
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780813147147

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Bruce Dern by Bruce Dern Pdf

One of Hollywood's biggest personalities, Bruce Dern is not afraid to say what he thinks. He has left an indelible mark on numerous projects, from critically acclaimed films to made-for-TV movies and television series. His notable credits include The Great Gatsby (1974), The 'Burbs (1989), Monster (2003), Django Unchained (2012), and Nebraska (2013), for which he won the Best Actor award at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. He also earned Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actor in Coming Home (1978) and for Best Actor in Nebraska (2013). In Bruce Dern: A Memoir, Christopher Fryer and Robert Crane help the outspoken star frame the fascinating tale of his life in Hollywood. Dern details the challenges he faced as an artist in a cutthroat business, his struggle against typecasting, and his thoughts on and relationships with other big names in the industry, including Elia Kazan, Alfred Hitchcock, Jack Nicholson, Paul Newman, Bob Dylan, Matt Damon, Jane Fonda, John Wayne, and Tom Hanks. He also explores the impact of his fame on his family and discusses his unique relationship with his daughter, actress Laura Dern. Edgy and uncensored, this memoir takes readers on a wild ride, offering an insider's view of the last fifty years in Hollywood.

Author : Seun Oloketuyi
Publisher : Seun Oloketuyi
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2023-09-07
Category : Art
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Making Movies the Nollywood Way by Seun Oloketuyi Pdf

One of the failings of Nollywood has been the absence of research into what makes a production truly great. Making Movies the Nollywood Way is a compedium of unique insights into the thought process behind most of the movies made in Nollywood as well as the motivation behind the movies.The book shares the opinions and viewpoints of 21 of the most impactful Nollywood Movie Makers on how the industry operates, what its unique challenges are and what the Nollywood loving audience look for in their favorite movies. This book will help students of Theatre Arts, Researchers in Nollywood, movie enthusiasts and anyone seeking knowledge about the industry.

Author : Scott Voisin
Publisher : BearManor Media
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Character Kings 2: Hollywood's Familiar Faces Discuss the Art & Business of Acting by Scott Voisin Pdf

Character Kings 2 continues to examine the careers of the busiest men in Hollywood, featuring 15 all-new interviews with the industry's most recognizable actors. Filled with behind-the-scenes anecdotes about the making of movies and TV shows, tips on how to prepare for auditions, the techniques that bring a character to life and the secrets to earning a living in a highly competitive industry, Character Kings 2 offers more instructive lessons about the art and business of acting. "For those of us who live and breathe the movies, Character Kings 2 is a must-read that weaves a fascinating overview of what it takes to be a successful working actor in Hollywood." -- David Del Valle, Films In Review "Scott Voisin draws terrific insights from an impressive assortment of our finest character actors, managing to deepen a movie lover's appreciation of these phenomenal talents. The book is a revelation for all fans of great acting." -- Jamey DuVall, host of Movie Geeks United! "Character actors are a prized species in Hollywood, and Scott Voisin's book selects the cream of today's crop. The actors regale us with some marvelous stories of blood, sweat and fate." -- Tim Lucas, editor of Video Watchdog "Scott Voisin's Character Kings book series is full of lessons for the filmmaking artist and fan; from its rare perspective on the profession to the survival of the actors who are as important to a movie as its stars." -- John Huff, CultMachine.com "These interviews should be inspiring to everyone who takes their creative life seriously." -- Movies Made Me (Joseph Maddrey)

Author : Francesca Aran Murphy
Publisher : Oxford University Press on Demand
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2007-07-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780199219285

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God Is Not a Story by Francesca Aran Murphy Pdf

This is a challenging critique of narrative theologies. Murphy argues that the widespread notion that the role of the theologian it so 'tell God's story' has not helped theology to advance the reality of its doctrines. She offers her own alternative approach, making use of cinema and film theory.