Many of the top entertainment personalities have written memoirs. Here are four examples: Mara Wilson’s autobiography and Nora Ephron’s book, Jenna Bush Hager’s book, Jessica Simpson’s book, and Jenna Bush Hager’s. All of these memoirs share a common theme: a life spent in the spotlight. These autobiographies are powerful. Read their stories.
Mara Wilson's autobiography
Mara Wilson, author of Where Am I Now? shares her childhood experiences from stardom to invisibility. It's not just her story. Many teenage girls are dealing with mental illness, stardom pressures, and other issues. Wilson was the first and only girl to attend a film production set as a child. She revisits her teenage years to ask how she came by her uniqueness in her autobiography.
Memoirs of Nora Ephron
Nora Ephron's memoir, The Most of Nora Ephron, tells of the legend actress' early days as a mail girl working for Newsweek or Esquire. She writes, "I used every opportunity to be authentic and I did not leave any senior moment unreported." "The Most of Nora Ephron" should be read by everyone who loves Ephron's writings as well as her fans.
Jenna Bush Hager’s memoir
Jenna Bush Hager was the first grandchild and granddaughter of President George W. Bush. In her memoir Everything Beautiful, Its Time, Jenna shares her fond memories of her grandparents. Hager, who is well-known for her college days, also co-authored two books for children, ANA’S STORY (with her mother Laura Bush) and SISTERS FIRST (with her father). She lives in New York City, with her husband.
Jessica Simpson's memoir
Jessica Simpson, a pop icon, lays out her history in her memoir Open Book. The 39-year-old singer, best known for "The X Factor", reveals the details of her childhood sexual abuse and how it affected her body image. She also discusses her relationships with men. Apart from sharing intimate details about her private life, she also talks about her past relationships, which included a sad affair with Johnny Knoxville.
Ben Folds' memoir
Ben Folds has published A Dream About Lightning Bugs in July, a memoir. The book explores Folds’ early years, his life in the band Ben Folds Five and his solo career. His book is a reflection on the joys as well as the challenges of being an Artist. Even though his book will probably be more appealing to younger people, it is still a great read for those who love the band.
Patti Smith's memoir
Patti Smith's memoir Just Kids (published January 19, 2010) is a fascinating account of her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe. Smith's memoir details the difficulties of her relationship to Mapplethorpe and her creative endeavors. She tells how she was able to create iconic works such as "Silent Scream."
Matthew McConaughey’s memoir
Greenlights is Matthew McConaughey’s 2020 autobiography. It is now available to purchase. Crown Publishing Group will publish the book October 20, 2020. The memoir chronicles the life and career of the actor, including his time living in a shelter and the challenges that he overcame. This book is a must-read for fans of the actor's recent movies.
FAQ
What happens if my movie doesn't do well at the box office
Poor box office performance can lead to many complications.
You might want to change the marketing of your film.
Second, you might decide to rework the script.
Third, you might decide to add new characters.
Fourth, it is possible to decide to eliminate certain characters.
Fifth, you may decide to trim scenes.
Sixth, it's possible to decide that the film was too expensive.
Who is Hollywood's most recognizable actor?
Tom Hanks holds the record as the highest-paid actor ever. He averages $25 million per movie. According to Celebrity Net Worth.
Will Smith is second, having earned $65,000,000 over four years for his contribution to Independence Day.
Tom Cruise takes third place. He earned $60 million in five years playing Ethan Hunt in Mission Impossible.
Fourth place goes to Daniel Craig, who made $50 million over four years for playing James Bond in Skyfall.
Fifth place goes to Leonardo DiCaprio, who earned $45 million over five years for starring in Titanic.
Sixth place goes Brad Pitt, who earned $40m over six years to portray Steve McQueen’s role in 12 Years a Slave.
Robert Downey Jr. is seventh, having earned $35 million over seven decades for his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man/Iron Man in Iron Man.
Eighth place goes to Johnny Depp, who earned $30 million over eight years for playing Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of The Caribbean series.
Ninth Place goes to George Clooney. Clooney earned $25m over nine years playing Matt Damon’s character in Good Night and Good Luck.
Angelina Jolie is ranked 10th. Over 11 years, she earned $20,000,000 for her roles in Mr. & Mrs Smith and Tomb Raider.
What is the difference between an independent film and a film in another language?
A single filmmaker usually makes an independent film. He or she makes all the decisions.
On the other side, a foreign-language film is normally produced by an even larger production team.
They frequently hire actors, directors, and writers from other countries.
They also hire professional translators so that the dialogue sounds natural.
Statistics
- This reflected no change from 2011 and only a 1% increase from 1998."[116]"9% of all directors. (en.wikipedia.org)
- "[116]"38% of films employed 0 or 1 woman in the roles considered, 23% employed two women, 28% employed 3 to 5 women, and 10% employed 6 to 9 women. (en.wikipedia.org)
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
- If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
- The author of the study noted that "The percentage of female speaking roles has not increased much since the 1940s when they hovered around 25 percent to 28 percent." (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How long does the Hollywood Walk of Fame take to visit?
It takes approximately 2 hours to visit the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a collection of 1,400 stars that are embedded in the sidewalk just outside Grauman’s Chinese Theater. It was established in 1960. It recognizes people who made a significant contribution to film, television or music. Each star is accompanied with a plaque that includes the individual's name, birthyear, and category.
Hollywood Boulevard, from Gower Street down to Vine Street, has 683 stars. Around one-third (33%) of the stars were awarded posthumously.
There are many ways to see the stars. You can either walk along the street or take advantage of the free transportation offered by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
To see the entire list of current inductees, visit the official website at www.walkoffame.com/inductee_listing/.