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A master actor who’s appeared in an enormous number of films, starring with everyone from Nicholson to Kermit the Frog, Michael Caine is uniquely qualified to provide his view of making movies. This new revised and expanded edition features great photos throughout, with chapters on: Preparation, In Front of the Camera – Before You Shoot, The Take, Characters, Directors, On Being a Star, and much more.
“Remarkable material … A treasure … I’m not going to be looking at performances quite the same way … FASCINATING!”
– Gene Siskel
ASIN : 1557832773
Publisher : Applause
Publication date : February 1, 2000
Edition : Expanded
Language : English
Print length : 192 pages
ISBN-10 : 9781557832771
ISBN-13 : 978-1557832771
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.39 x 8.25 inches
Part of series : Applause Acting
Best Sellers Rank: #183,711 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #15 in Video Reference (Books) #42 in Acting & Auditioning (Books) #45 in Movie Reference
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Customers say
Customers find this book to be a quick read with practical advice, making it a must-have for aspiring actors. The writing style is well-crafted, with one customer noting how the author delivers information with the simplicity of experience. Customers appreciate the book’s humor and inspiring content, with one review highlighting how it positively affects decisions both on and off the set. The book arrives in great condition, though customers note it is quite short.
