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Title: The Actor's Life

Subtitle: A Survival Guide

Author: Jenna Fischer

Narrator: Sean Gunn, Reed Birney, Derek Waters, Natalie Zea, Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, Mark Proksch

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-22-17

Publisher: Novel Audio

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 47 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

Jenna Fischer's Hollywood journey began at the age of 22 when she moved to Los Angeles from her hometown of St. Louis. With a theater degree in hand, she was determined, she was confident, she was ready to work hard. So, what could go wrong?

Uh, basically everything. The path to being a professional actor was so much more vast and competitive than shed imagined. It would be eight long years before she landed her iconic role on The Office, nearly a decade of frustration, struggle, rejection and doubt.

If only shed had a handbook for the aspiring actor. Or, better yet, someone to show her the wayan established actor who could educate her about the business, manage her expectations, and reassure her in those moments of despair.

Jenna wants to be that person for you.

With amusing candor and wit, Fischer spells out the nuts and bolts of getting established in the profession, based on her own memorable and hilarious experiences. She tells you how to get the right headshot, what to look for in representation, and the importance of joining forces with other like-minded artists and creating your own workinvaluable advice personally acquired from her many years of struggle. She provides helpful hints on how to be gutsy and take risks, the tricks to good auditioning and callbacks, and how not to fall for certain scams (auditions in a guys apartment are probably not legitor at least not for the kind of part youre looking for!).

Her inspiring, helpful guidance feels like a trusted friend whos made the journey, and has now returned to walk beside you, pointing out the pitfalls as you blaze your own path towards the life of a professional actor.

This title is narrated by a full cast. Narrators include: Jenna Fischer, Rainn Wilson, Natalie Zea, Sean Gunn, Derek Waters, Reed Birney, and Mark Proksch.

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Members Reviews:

OMG THE INTRO! lol

HAhahahaHA

I've only listened to the first few chapters so far but I wanted to write my review now because I don't think I've ever enjoyed an audiobook's introduction this much before! Rainn Wilson reads it, but it was written by Steve Carell and hilarity ensues. I won't spoil it, but it's soooo funny.

So far, Jenna's chapters are really great, too! I can see how this would be helpful for people who want to become actors, but I am still enjoying it as someone who does not. It's a little bit memoir-y because she shares a lot of personal anecdotes. Her narration is great, too! As a fan of The Office, it's fun to hear things from her perspective as a real life person, not as the character that I think a lot of people still see her as (Pam). That being said, she does seem to share some similarities with her famous character and that is just so super endearing.

She honestly seems so sweet and listening to this really makes me love her even more! I'll finish this one quickly because it is (so far) a great listen.

Perfect for Jenna Fischer/The Office fans!!

Would you listen to The Actor's Life again? Why?

Yes! I'm a huge fan of The Office and it was so cool to hear what it was like on set.

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Title: James Bond in the 21st Century

Subtitle: Why We Still Need 007

Author: Glenn Yeffeth - editor, Leah Wilson - editor, Sarah Zettel, Raymond Benson, J.A. Konrath, John Cox, Raelyn Hillhouse

Narrator: Colby Elliott

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-07-17

Publisher: Last Word Audio

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

The staying power of the world's most dashing secret agent and the evolution of the James Bond franchise are explored in this smart yet nostalgic collection of essays.

Leading writers, including Raymond Benson, J.A. Konrath, Raelynn Hillhouse, and John Cox, discuss the 10 sexiest Bond girls, the best villains, and the controversy surrounding the latest actor to play James Bond.

Topics covered range from the playful - how to build a secret lair and avoid the perennial mistakes made by would-be world dominators - to the thought-provoking, such as Bond's place in the modern world, his Oedipal tendencies and perceived misogyny, and the unerring allure of the charming spy.

Members Reviews:

but most were good, and the book did show me that we ...

The various contributors varied widely in their insights and contributions, but most were good, and the book did show me that we still need James Bond in the 21st century!

Five Stars

thanks my friends

Nice to see there are others who think way too much about the James Bond books and movies

I'm a sucker for lofty treatments of popular subjects (I loved all those American Studies courses I took in college), so this book was a fun ride. Actually, it's not all that lofty... just light little essays, appreciations, and riffs about the James Bond books and movies. The pieces are mostly on the humorous side (successfully humorous for the most part, thankfully), though there are a couple of pretty interesting straight-forward pieces about different aspects of the Bond literary and filmic canon. One essay, for example, proposes that there are major Oedipal themes in the movie "Goldfinger", and damn if the author's examples didn't have me nodding in agreement.

The book is about 200 pages long and composed of ten or so essays (about eight to ten pages each), with a few one or two page jokey/light pieces (mostly revolving around James Bond's eating and drinking habits and, of course, his enthusiastic pursuit of the opposite sex) scattered among the longer offerings. So, for a week or so, it was pleasant fun to read one or two pieces each night before bed.

Finally, for a small-press book with a light popular-culture bent, "James Bond in the 21st Century" is well organized, nicely edited, and almost completely free of typos. You see, regardless of whether they contain material worth reading, small-press books on "gee whiz/geeky" popular culture topics such as this one are notorious for their lack of production polish and overall amateur air. However, this book was refreshingly free of the "amateur hour" production quality of many trade paperbacks of this type.

The good content and solid production of this title make me want to check out other offerings in the "Smart Pop" series.

Solid start to analyzing James Bond

Good, not great, but there were some really interesting essays in the book, some pretty dry, others a little too light on substance and heavy on fluff. I'd only really recommend buying it if you're really into the analytical side of the Bond franchise, otherwise it's something you'll read once and never look at again.

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Title: Making Movies

Author: Sidney Lumet

Narrator: Richard M. Davidson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-05-17

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

One of the greatest directors of all time, Sidney Lumet has made movies that have been nominated for more than 50 Academy Awards. Making Movies is an honest and unflinching look at the business and craft of movie making. Lumet's book reveals the ingredients for the potion that brings movie magic to life and assures one thing: you will never look at movies the same way again.

Members Reviews:

Excellent read on the art, and business of directing

A great go-to book to understand what goes inti being a director. Being a director, it's helped me understand how the big guys work.

Five Stars

Thank you!

Three Stars

good

Great Must Read Book by a Great Director

Sidney Lumet made great films and was known by actors as a great director. In this book he shows how he achieved this kind of success. Many of the anecdotes about working with actors are great human stories, as well as good lessons for aspiring directors. Like any director, he might show too much love for some of his lesser films, but it is good to read everything he says about making movies. Anyone interested in film should read this book.

You'll wanna make a picture

Holy cow what a great book! I figured this would be a dry step-by-step manual on who does what in the crew, but Lumet pumps the chapters full of attitude, to the point even with all the pain and angst that goes into making movies, you want to pick up a camera and start shooting.

He covers all the bases and tosses in personal anecdotes from his many many films, from how writers often whore themselves to appease big stars, to how to read a call sheet, to how complex setting up otherwise mundane shots can be. He discusses the "lens plot," his use of a particular lens to help tell his story, and delves into his relationships with various composers, most notably Q.

An outstanding read for any fan of filmmaking, and essential for anybody bitten by the directing bug.

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Title: Victoria & Albert

Subtitle: A Royal Love Affair

Author: Sara Sheridan, Daisy Goodwin

Narrator: Dugald Bruce Lockhart, Jessica Ball

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-21-17

Publisher: Macmillan Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

More than 16 million viewers watched the first season of the Masterpiece presentation of Victoria, created and written by Daisy Goodwin - the highest rated PBS drama in 20 years, second only to Downton Abbey.

But what happened after the queen married her handsome prince? Did they live happily ever after, or did their marriage, like so many royal marriages past and present, fizzle into a loveless round of duty? This all-new companion audiobook by Daisy Goodwin and Sara Sheridan transports listeners to the private world of Victoria and Albert. Though first cousins, they could not have been more different: Victoria was impulsive, emotional, and capricious, Albert cautious, self-controlled, and logical. But together they forged a bond with each other and with their people that would change the world.

Drawing on letters and diaries and fresh insights into royal history, this compelling audiobook charts the constant ebb and flow of power within the couple's surprisingly ardent and modern marriage. Expertly arranged and full of rich insider detail, Victoria & Albert takes listeners behind the scenes of the magnificent TV drama, including fascinating, in-depth information on the actors, the props, and the costumes - and bringing an extraordinary royal marriage even more fully to life.

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Critic Reviews:

"With a lilt in her charming British accent, Jessica Ball introduces listeners to the companion audiobook to the PBS series VICTORIA...Ball is aided by narrator Dugald Bruce Lockhart, who ably adds newspaper commentaries and other observations from Victorian writings. Together, they create a fascinating portrait of the young royals and give listeners an enjoyable experience."

AudioFile Magazine

Members Reviews:

Good book for Queen Victoria & Prince Albert fans

What did you love best about Victoria & Albert?

The overall history of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. I liked that the book didn't just cover the happier moments of the Victorian Era but also the darker moments.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Prince Albert. He's a strong person who entered an unwelcoming country and fought to be something more than just the Queen's foreign husband.

Any additional comments?

This book is not a sequel to "Victoria". This book is more a biography about Queen Victoria and Prince Albert with small snippets of behind the scenes of the tv series, Victoria.

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Title: Game of Thrones: A Look at the Knights and Crows

Subtitle: Game of Thrones Mysteries and Lore, Book 7

Author: CraftWrite Publishing

Narrator: Johnny Robinson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-20-17

Publisher: CraftWrite Publishing

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

Full of daring theories and fascinating tales from the world of Ice and Fire, Game of Thrones: Knights and Crows is a riveting account of the series' most prominent military orders - the Kingsguard and the Night's Watch. While HBO's blockbuster has omitted many intricacies of taking the black or serving in white, this audiobook will delve deep into the myths and legends, customs, and principles behind the two brotherhoods.

For while they seem like nothing alike on the surface, the story woven by George RR Martin places special emphasis on the similarity between them - both have become rotten, crumbling from the inside out at the time when the Seven Kingdoms needs them most. But how did we get here?

A perfect gift for fans of the TV show as well as the book series, Game of Thrones: Knights and Crows serves as both an introduction and an accompaniment to the existing media. If you want to find out how the World of Ice and Fire came to be or what might happen next, this is the place to be!

Members Reviews:

A MUST READ for any Game of Thrones Fan!

Since the current game of thrones season is over I really needed something to hold me through until the next season starts. Luckily I found this great little book. Really great read of youâre a fan of the series!

you are going to love this! Enjoy

If you are into Game of Thrones and canât wait for the next season as much as myself, you are going to love this! Enjoy :)

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Title: Twin Peaks: The Final Dossier

Author: Mark Frost

Narrator: Annie Wersching

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-31-17

Publisher: Macmillan Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 488 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

The crucial sequel to the New York Times best-selling The Secret History of Twin Peaks, this audiobook bridges the two series and takes you deeper into the mysteries raised by the new series.

The return of Twin Peaks is one of the most anticipated events in the history of television. The subject of endless speculation, shrouded in mystery, fans will flock to see Mark Frost and David Lynch's inimitable vision once again grace the screen. Featuring all the characters we know and love from the first series as well as a pantheon of high-powered actors in new roles, the show will be endlessly debated, discussed, and dissected.

While The Secret History of Twin Peaks served to analyze the mysteries of the town and place the unexplained phenomena that unfolded there into a vastly layered, wide-ranging history, Twin Peaks: The Final Dossier tells us what happened to key characters in the 25 years between the events of the first series and the second, offering details and insights fans will clamor for. The audiobook also adds context and commentary to the strange and cosmic happenings of the new series. For fans around the world begging for more, Mark Frost's final thoughts, as expressed in this audiobook, will be required listening.

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Members Reviews:

Required reading for fans

Full of answers if you are still confused about the Return from last summer. Must read!

A good epilogue to a brilliant show

Don't expect clear cut answers, but much like Frost's previous Twin Peaks book, it gives you context, history, and the tools to piece this puzzle together if you've been paying attention. Frost uses incredible prose to tell these stories that expand upon and explain this year's most befuddling series. While this isn't as good as "The Secret History of Twin Peaks", it's essential reading for any fan! Here's to hoping for more books in this series...

Mind blown

I realize that even though I love David Lynch's version of Twin Peaks, I needed Mark Frost's part of Twin Peaks dearly. Season 3 felt great, and heavy Lynch influenced. I had so many questions, so many things were left unanswered. This book gave me almost all of the answers I needed and a few new mysteries and things to wonder about for a long, long time to come.

How amazing that David Lynch and Mark Frost came together to create this world that I love so much. Thank you!

So many answers!

Mark Frost has advanced the mysteries that could continue in a 4th season of the show. But more importantly, he's offered answers that make the 3rd season far clearer for those who paid close attention.

Wow, BOB. Wow.

Maybe now I understand. Or, at least, believe I can understand.

Some gaps and clues are given to meaning. Perhaps. we all live above the, how do you say it,,, convenience store.

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Title: Fifty Years of 60 Minutes

Subtitle: The Inside Story of Television's Most Influential News Broadcast

Author: Jeff Fager

Narrator: Jeff Fager

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-24-17

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

A history of 60 Minutes - the iconic American TV news broadcast - going behind the scenes of the most famous breakthrough stories of its remarkable 50-year run to reveal the secrets of the program's success.

Fifty Years of 60 Minutes tells the inside story of the legendary program, from its almost accidental birth through five decades of in-depth reporting by talented producers and beloved correspondents, including fatherly Harry Reasoner, hard-charging Mike Wallace, writer's-writer Morley Safer, soft-but-tough Ed Bradley, relentless Lesley Stahl, and illuminating storyteller Steve Kroft. Executive producer Jeff Fager zeroes in on the stories that changed history - from the tobacco industry exposé to the revelatory interview with scandal-plagued Bill Clinton - the ones that set the standard in nonfiction storytelling, what the program learned from its mistakes, and the human drama that made it all possible.

Fifty Years of 60 Minutes shares the secret of what's made the program exceptional for all these years and how it has maintained such high quality to this day: why founder Don Hewitt believed "hearing" a story is more important than seeing it (and thus why he closed his eyes in the screening room), why competition was encouraged to preserve a sense of urgency, why the "small picture" is the best way to illuminate a larger one, and why the most memorable stories are almost always those with a human being at the center.

Members Reviews:

Fascinating, Phenominal, and Timely.

In a time when journalism is under attacked, this book reminds us why '60 Minutes' remains a cherished American institution.

Nostalgic
Nostalgic

I have followed "60 Minutes" since its very first broadcast, so this book was a nice trip down memory lane. I can't put my finger on it, but it seemed like there was always something lurking in the background that the author wasn't telling us. Two specific things that I wish were different, included my dislike for how the story of 60 Minutes starts not at the beginning of its broadcast history, but in the middle. I did not follow the reasoning for this decision. Second, I thought some of the audio clips from the show were horrible in terms of the technical aspects. Some of these were simply very difficult to understand in the audiobook. Overall though, I'm glad this book was written.

The 60 Minutes Way

Any journalist, at any level, should find this book fascinating. I thoroughly enjoyed every word.

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Title: The Crown: The Official Companion, Volume 1

Subtitle: Elizabeth II, Winston Churchill, and the Making of a Young Queen (1947-1955)

Author: Robert Lacey

Narrator: Alex Jennings

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-17-17

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

The official companion to the critically acclaimed Netflix drama about the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, The Crown, by Peter Morgan, featuring additional historical background.

Starring Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II and John Lithgow as Winston Churchill, Netflix's original series The Crown, created by Peter Morgan and growing out of his Oscar-winning movie The Queen starring Helen Mirren, paints a unique and intimate portrait of Britain's longest-reigning monarch. This official companion to the show's first season is an in-depth exploration of the early years of Elizabeth II's time as queen, complete with extensive research and additional material.

One of the show's most powerful themes is that royals do not choose their duty; it is thrust upon them. Princess Elizabeth never expected her father to die so suddenly, so young, leaving her not only a throne to fill but a global institution to govern. Crowned at 25, already a wife and mother, follow the journey of a woman learning to become a queen while facing her own challenges within her own family. This is the story of how Elizabeth II drew on every ounce of strength and British reserve to deal with crises not only on the continent but at home as well.

Written by best-selling historical biographer Robert Lacey, who also serves as the show's historical consultant, this official companion provides an in-depth exploration from behind the palace gates.

Members Reviews:

If you like "The Crown"

To start, I have watched "The Crown" three times. I love the story of Elizabeth II.

My favorite parts of this book is when the author explains how portions of the series were written, and the real history it was based on. It is clear that the series is only inspired by real events, and points out when those events differ from the series. For this reason, I really enjoyed listening to this book...

There are also background histories of the characters in the series, which give a quick and dirty background of England's 19th and early 20th century. If you know about English history, these portions may be boring, because they are very simple. However, it gives a great context to the story of "The Crown."

A great companion

An excellent companion guide, with some information about different events, even pointing out where things were missed, or made more dramatic.

Inspiration

Lizbeth's life is so inspirational, I adore The Queen even more now that I'm older, married and a mother. I watched Season 1 and loved it. I had high anticipation for Season 2, which this time my husband also watched (to my surprise)!!! He has taken favor to Edward her husband. I LOVE the audible version!!! Can't wait for Season 2 Audible. I adore and found a new love and respect for the Monarchy.....

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Title: Guts

Subtitle: The Anatomy of The Walking Dead

Author: Paul Vigna

Narrator: Graham Halstead

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-03-17

Publisher: Harper Audio

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

In this first and only guide to AMC's exceptional hit series The Walking Dead, the Wall Street Journal's Walking Dead columnist celebrates the show and its storylines, characters, and development and examines its popularity and cultural resonance.

From its first episode, The Walking Dead took fans in the United States and across the world by storm, becoming the highest-rated series in the history of cable television. After each episode airs, Paul Vigna writes a widely read column in which he breaks down the stories and considers what works and what doesn't and tries to discern the small details that will become larger plot points.

So how did a basic cable television show based on a graphic comic series, set in an apocalyptic dog-eat-dog world filled with flesh-eating zombies and even scarier human beings, become a ratings juggernaut and cultural phenomenon? Why is the show such a massive hit? In this playful yet comprehensive guide, Vigna dissects every aspect of The Walking Dead to assess its extraordinary success.

Vigna digs into the show's guts, exploring its roots, storyline, relevance for fans and the wider popular culture, and more. He explores how the changing nature of television and media have contributed to the show's success and goes deep into the zombie genre, delineating why it's different from vampires, werewolves, and other monsters. He considers why people have found in zombies a mirror for their own fears and explains how this connection is important to the show's popularity. He interviews the cast and crew, who share behind-the-scenes tales, and introduces a cross section of its diverse and rabid viewership, from fantasy nerds to NFL stars. Guts is a must-have for every Walking Dead fan.

Members Reviews:

Great Book

Great book! A lot of information. I hope the author does follow ups as the show goes on.

Four Stars

Several amusing tidbits.

Beats Mark Twain at His Own Game

"Now when I had mastered the language of this water and had come to know every trifling feature that bordered the great river as familiarly as I knew the letters of the alphabet, I had made a valuable acquisition. But I had lost something, too. I had lost something which could never be restored to me while I lived. All the grace, the beauty, the poetry had gone out of the majestic river!"

Such were Mark Twain's thoughts on becoming a riverboat captain along the Mississippi River. What was once a source of majestic wonder had become a manageable trifle. This is often the case when one pursues his passion as a job, the initial passion and rapture are lost. In reading this book, it is clear that the author was able to accomplish something that Twain never could: maintain his sense of wonder towards his beloved show while at the same time becoming a top authority. I can not recommend this book enough to fans of the show; it is 100% essential.

Guts: the book centers on the dominance of The Walking Dead phenomenon.

This book was so much fun to read. And, if youâve never read TWD comic books or youâre not a fan, Guts is a great entree for the inexperienced newbie into the world of âwalkersâ. Introducing you to the intrepid band of survivors, fearless roaming the countryside looking for a safe haven to live, while battling anyone that gets in their way, dead or alive.

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Title: Start to Finish

Subtitle: Woody Allen and the Art of Moviemaking

Author: Eric Lax

Narrator: Arthur Morey

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-03-17

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Arts & Entertainment, TV & Film

Publisher's Summary:

A cinephile's dream: the chance to follow legendary director Woody Allen throughout the creation of a film - from inception to premiere - and to enjoy his reflections on some of the finest artists in the history of cinema.

Eric Lax has been with Woody Allen almost every step of the way. He chronicled Allen's transformation from stand-up comedian to filmmaker in On Being Funny (1975). His international best seller, Woody Allen: A Biography (1991), was a portrait of a director hitting his stride. Conversations with Woody Allen comprised interviews that illustrated Allen's evolution from 1971 to 2008. Now, Lax invites us onto the set - and even further behind the scenes - of Allen's Irrational Man, which was released in 2015, and starred Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone. Revealing the intimate details of Allen's filmmaking process, Lax shows us the screenplay being shaped, the scenes being prepared, the actors, cinematographers, other crew members, the editors, all engaged in their work. We hear Allen's colleagues speak candidly about working with him, and Allen speaking with equal openness about his lifetime's work. An unprecedented revelation of one of the foremost filmmakers of our time, Start to Finish is sure to delight not only movie buffs and Allen fans, but everyone who has marveled at the seeming magic of the artistic process.

Critic Reviews:

"Clear and entertaining...[

Start to Finish] succeeds simultaneously as biographical snapshot, primer on filmmaking, and documentary of an artwork's creation." (

Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

A bit too much Irrational Man

The idea of this book was very appealing. Hearing about Woody Allen's process promised to be a very insightful story. And it is, in bits and pieces. Unfortunately, it's stuck inside extended passages about the filming of a few recent films, in particular, Irrational Man. There are ponderously long excerpts of dialogue, read by the narrator, which at times only tangentially touch on the theme of the chapter.

I watched the film later, and thought it was a quite good, fitting somewhere in the middle of Allen's work, better than small comedies of the early 00's, but not quite as entertaining as the likes of Manhattan Murder Mystery. Certainly not to the level of the classics however. Which is kind of the point. A blow by blow account of Annie Hall, or Hannah and Her Sisters, or Crimes and Misdemeanors, or even Bananas, (that is, one of the classics in their respective genres) would have been a treasure trove. (A running account of Husbands and Wives certainly would have been interesting, but way too cringeworthy, I fear).

Without any deep connection to this particular film, those extended parts seemed a bit laborious. (I would highly recommend the film memoirs for High Noon and The Princess Bride, neither of them one my all-time favorites, but good stories nonetheless).

Which brings me to what I think the underlying purpose of the book really was. There is a section about 15 to 20 minutes long, somewhere in the middle of the book (can't really be bothered to check exactly), which purports to explain the genesis in Allen's mind for the motivation of the main character in Irrational Man and his murder of an unethical judge.