Award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and director David Mamet shares scandalous and laugh-out-loud tales from his four decades in Hollywood where he worked with some of the biggest names in movies.
David Mamet went to Hollywood on top—a super successful playwright summoned west in 1980 to write a vehicle for Jack Nicholson. He arrived just in time to meet the luminaries of old Hollywood and revel in the friendship of giants like Paul Newman, Mike Nichols, Bob Evans, and Sue Mengers. Over the next forty years, Mamet wrote dozens of scripts, was fired off dozens of movies, and directed eleven himself.
In this memoir, he revels in the taut and gag-filled professionalism of the film set. He depicts the ever-fickle studios and producers who piece by piece eat the artist alive. And he ponders the art of filmmaking and the genius of those who made our finest movies.
With the bravado and flair of Mamet’s best theatrical work, this book describes a world gone by, some of our most beloved film stars with their hair down, and how it all got washed away by digital media and the woke brigade.
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""Everywhere an Oink Oink" is an unapologetic dive into the heart of Hollywood-level filmmaking, providing listeners with a no-hold-barred behind-the-scenes journey. Mamet skillfully pulls back the curtain on the glamorous facade of the film industry, exposing the gritty and mostly ugly truths that lie beneath.
In this candid exploration spanning four decades, Mamet fearlessly tackles the complexities of Hollywood, shedding light on the crooked world of high-budget filmmaking, degenerate actors, writers, and loathsome producers. His narrative style captivates, weaving together anecdotes and insights that keep listeners on the edge of their seats for the next surprise. It's a rollercoaster of emotions as Mamet lays bare the realities, both eye-opening and harsh, that have shaped the industry.
What makes "Everywhere an Oink Oink" truly remarkable is Mamet's ability to balance the critical with the humorous. His wit and sharp observations add layers to the storytelling, making it an enlightening and entertaining experience. Whether you're a film enthusiast or someone intrigued by the inner workings of Hollywood, Mamet's audiobook offers a compelling journey through the highs, lows and ongoing theft, scheming and chicanery of an ever-evolving industry.
In conclusion, "Everywhere an Oink Oink" is a must-listen for those craving an authentic, unfiltered look at the world of filmmaking. Mamet's fearless exploration challenges preconceptions and delivers a narrative that is both eye-opening and, at times, delightfully irreverent."
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Peppone (4 out of 5 stars)