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Continuing Patrick McGilligan's highly acclaimed series on Hollywood screenwriters, these engrossing, informative, provocative interviews give wonderfully detailed and personal stories from veteran screenwriters of the seventies and eighties focusing on their craft, their lives, and their profession. Backstory 4 is a riveting insider's look at how movies get made; a rich perspective on many of the great movies, directors, and actors of the seventies and eighties; and an articulate, forthright commentary on the art and the business of screenwriting.The screenwriters interviewed for this volume include wellknown Oscar winners as well as cult filmmakers, important writers who were also distinguished directors, and key practitioners of every commercial genre. These writers have worked with Steven Spielberg, Woody Allen, Peter Bogdanovich, George Lucas, Francis Ford Coppola, Robert Altman, Clint Eastwood, and other film giants of the socalled New Hollywood. The stories of their collaborationssome divine, some disastrousprovide some of the most fascinating material in this volume. They also discuss topics including how they got started writing screenplays, their working routines, their professional relationships, their influences, and the work of other major writers and directors.Backstory 4 features interviews with Robert Benton, Larry Cohen, Blake Edwards, Walter Hill, Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, Lawrence Kasdan, Elmore Leonard, Paul Mazursky, Nancy Meyers, John Milius, Frederic Raphael, Alvin Sargent, and Donald E. Westlake.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Backstory 4'? A: 'Backstory 4' features interviews with screenwriters from the 1970s and 1980s, exploring their craft, experiences, and the filmmaking process.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Backstory 4'? A: The book is authored by Patrick McGilligan, known for his insightful works on Hollywood screenwriters.
- Q: How many pages does 'Backstory 4' have? A: 'Backstory 4' contains a total of 436 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Backstory 4' have? A: 'Backstory 4' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Backstory 4' published? A: 'Backstory 4' was published on January 24, 2006.
- Q: What can readers expect from the interviews in 'Backstory 4'? A: Readers can expect detailed narratives from veteran screenwriters, including their personal stories, influences, and insights into their working relationships.
- Q: Is 'Backstory 4' suitable for aspiring screenwriters? A: 'Backstory 4' is ideal for aspiring screenwriters as it provides valuable insights into the craft and profession from experienced industry figures.
- Q: Does 'Backstory 4' include interviews with well-known filmmakers? A: Yes, 'Backstory 4' includes interviews with notable Oscar-winning screenwriters and cult filmmakers who have collaborated with major directors.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Backstory 4'? A: 'Backstory 4' explores themes such as the art of screenwriting, personal influences, and the dynamics of collaboration in filmmaking.
- Q: Are there any notable contributors featured in 'Backstory 4'? A: Yes, the book features interviews with prominent writers such as Robert Benton, Lawrence Kasdan, and Elmore Leonard.