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The Last Action Heroes: The Triumphs, Flops, And Feuds Of Hollywood'S Kings Of Carnage
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The Behindthescenes Story Of The Action Heroes Who Ruled 1980S And 90S Hollywood And The Beloved Films That Made Them Stars, Including Die Hard, First Blood, The Terminator, And More.Entertaining . . . This Is A Book That Makes You Ache For The Days When The Movie Screen Belonged Not To Men Who Dress In Superhero Capes But To Those Who Lift Weights.Washington Examinera Newsweek Best Book Of The Yearthe Last Action Heroes Opens In May 1990 In Cannes, With Arnold Schwarzenegger And Sylvester Stallone Waltzing Together, Cheered On By A Crowd Of Famous Faces. After Years Of Bitter Combatstallone Once Threw A Bowl Of Flowers At Schwarzeneggers Head, And The Body Count In Schwarzeneggers Commando Was Increased So The Film Would Have A Bigger Dick Than Rambothe Worlds Biggest Action Stars Have At Last Made Peace.In This Wildly Entertaining Account Of The Golden Age Of The Action Movie, Nick De Semlyen Charts Stallone And Schwarzeneggers Carnagepacked Journey From Enmity To Friendship Against The Backdrop Of Reagans America And The Cold War. He Also Reveals Fascinating Untold Stories Of The Colorful Characters Who Ascended In Their Wake: Highkickers Chuck Norris And Jackie Chan, Glowering Tough Guys Dolph Lundgren And Steven Seagal, And Quipping Troublemakers Jeanclaude Van Damme And Bruce Willis. But As Time Rolled On, The Era Of The Invincible Action Hero Who Used Muscle, Martial Arts, Or The Perfect Weapon To Save The Day Began To Fade. When Jurassic Park Trounced Schwarzeneggers Last Action Hero In 1993, The Glory Days Of These Macho Menand The Vision Of Masculinity They Celebratedwere Officially Over.Drawing On Candid Interviews With The Action Stars Themselves, Plus Their Collaborators, Friends, And Foes, The Last Action Heroes Is A Noholdsbarred Account Of A Period In Hollywood History When There Were No Limits To The Heights Of Fame These Men Achieved, Or To The Mayhem They Wrought, Onscreen And Off.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Last Action Heroes'? A: 'The Last Action Heroes' explores the behind-the-scenes stories of the major action stars of the 1980s and 1990s, focusing on their rivalries and friendships, particularly between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Last Action Heroes'? A: The author of 'The Last Action Heroes' is Nick de Semlyen.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Last Action Heroes' have? A: 'The Last Action Heroes' has a total of 352 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Last Action Heroes' published? A: 'The Last Action Heroes' was published on June 6, 2023.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Last Action Heroes' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What genre does 'The Last Action Heroes' fall under? A: 'The Last Action Heroes' is categorized under Performing Arts.
- Q: Is 'The Last Action Heroes' suitable for all ages? A: While 'The Last Action Heroes' is a historical account, it contains themes related to action films and Hollywood, which may be more suitable for mature readers.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'The Last Action Heroes'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the personal and professional lives of iconic action stars, their rivalries, and the cultural impact of their films during the golden age of action cinema.
- Q: Does 'The Last Action Heroes' include interviews with the action stars? A: Yes, 'The Last Action Heroes' includes candid interviews with action stars, their friends, and collaborators, providing unique insights into their careers.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews or accolades for 'The Last Action Heroes'? A: 'The Last Action Heroes' was recognized as a Newsweek Best Book of the Year, highlighting its significance in capturing Hollywood history.