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BlazingStar
Posted: February 19th, 2010, 12:10am Report to Moderator
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Has anyone read the book: The Hollywood Rules by Anonymous.

It is now out of print and I am wondering if it is worth the hunt.  

TIA for any responses.
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Quoted from BlazingStar
Has anyone read the book: The Hollywood Rules by Anonymous.  It is now out of print and I am wondering if it is worth the hunt.  

TIA for any responses.


"The book Hollywood doesn't want you to read."

" A rogue group of Hollywood insiders secretly wrote down the rules against the wishes of the establishment. It’s a classic Hollywood scandal: someone leaking the rules to you, so you can get into Hollywood (and create your own scandal!)"  

Rule #17: Accept the Beverage!

“Would you like something to drink?” Who knew such a small decision was so important? The correct answer is: yes! It puts the studio, or the agent, or (insert Hollywood type here), in the position of serving you.

Plus, its just about the only free-bee you’re going to get. That makes sense.

Oh yeah, and you’re going to need it for a prop when you’re pitching your movie."


Rule #19: Always Have a Project in Hand

This one makes a lot of sense. Even if you’ve written a script and are shopping it around, you need a second one in the trunk of your car. You never know what opportunity might present itself. Besides, you’re much more likely to hear “so what else are you working on,” than “I’ll buy it!”


The reviews are mixed.  Sounds like a fickle.

If you have any plans on going to tinsletown, they do recommend you read it.  Then again some will tell you... it's just a few jaded and disgruntled writers.

Either or they seem to know what their talking about.  Most local bookstores should have it.  And if they don't, you can order it.  Not expensive.

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i'm tempted to pick this up.
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BlazingStar
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I was actually able to find it online from a used books store.  Haven't read it completely through, but it seems good so far. I would recommend it.
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It is now out of print and I am wondering if it is worth the hunt.


The hunt is over.


Phil

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