Book summaryIn this Hollywood history, Premiere magazine writer Rachel Abramowitz profiles numerous female directors, producers, screenwriters, and actors, who--despite tremendous odds--achieved success in the male-dominated industry. Media reviews"...Abramowitz's analyses of these women's business experiences will appeal to media junkies as well as those looking to carve out their own careers in Hollywood." |
IS THAT A GUN IN YOUR POCKET?: The Truth About Female Power in Hollywoodby Abramowitz, Rachel2nd Impression
Book desription: U.S.A.: Random House, 2002. xvi, + 601pp., b/white photographic illustrations. Spine firm. Several previously dog-eared pages, otherwise leaves clean. Illustrated card wrapper moderately edgeworn, scuffed, with reading crease, and small corner crease, to front panel. "The author interviewed the most powerful women in the movie-making business-from superstar actresses to independent directors-and together, their stories comprise a comprehensive history of women in Hollywood. Here, in their own candid words, are Jodie Foster, Penny Marshall, Dawn Steel, Sherry Lansing, Barbra Streisand, Nora Ephron, Meryl Streep, Jane Campion, and many others...An entertaining, in-depth look at women's struggles to succeed in Hollywood..." Contents include: Intro., 30 chapters, Epilogue, Notes, Acks., Index. Book weight approx. 590g. PLEASE NOTE: LISTED BOOKS ARE NOT STORED AT SHOP PREMISES. DIGITAL PHOTO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST . 2nd Impression. Softcover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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