Want to get into the Hollywood industry? or just interested in knowing what it’s like behind the scenes — the drama, the intrigue, the million-dollar deals?
Then look at this
list of books about the real Hollywood and how to survive in it.
The list includes advice for those who want entertainment careers to social and historical commentaries.
Originally posted on December 14, 2007 @ 5:22 pm
Get into the brilliant (and some would say, twisted) mind of one of the greatest directors and writers that Hollywood has ever known, Woody Allen. The book
Conversations with Woody Allen: His FIlms, the Movies, and Moviemaking by Eric Lax is as entertaining as its subject, and is dotted with quotes that are, well, so Woody Allen.
Allen explains many of the nuances of his films, his decision to make a “mockumentary” (long before the phrase was coined, and the project became trendy) and how he handles the cut-throat competition and general cattiness of Hollywood.
Excellent buy.
Originally posted on January 13, 2008 @ 3:58 pm
Here’s a fun way to not just visit Hollywood, but participate in a virtual economy. The website
Hollywood Stock Exchange lets you “invest” in different shows, celebrities, producers, directors or movies. You build a portfolio, earning “Hollywood Dollars” and meeting other players on the discusion board.
It’s fun, and gives you a view of the Hollywood industry never seen before.
Originally posted on November 30, 2007 @ 3:38 pm
1. Marilyn Merlot. A wine basket with a twist. Basket includes a wine bottle with a Marilyn label, chocolate Movie Ticket, Hollywood Cookies, California Popcorn, Hollywood Playing Cards, Lindt Truffles, Maxwell’s Peanuts and Silver Kisses.
2.
Film Tin of Treats. Candies in a uniquely shaped tin box.
3. Personalized Walk of Fame Star . The closest thing most of us will ever get to having our name on the Walk of Fame.
Originally posted on December 26, 2007 @ 6:00 pm
What’s the perfect gift for the avid Hollywood fan? Watch our on-going list for the cutest Hollywood merchandise.
1. Hollywood COllage Shirt.
Affordably priced at just under $20, in a stylish black and white design with a modern graphic feel. Sizes available from small to extra large.
2. Hollywood dessert plates SO very cute! The four plates each contain the image on the poster of classic films such as King Kong and Gone with the WInd. Comes in an adorable hatbox. Just under $40.
3. Director’s Set. Comes with a clapper, shirt, and license plate. Great for budding directors, film buffs, or Steven Spielberg wannabes.
Originally posted on December 22, 2007 @ 5:43 pm