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Trans woman and screenwriter Tilly Bridges takes you through the trans allegories of the Matrix franchise, with deep dives into The Matrix, The Matrix Reloaded, The Animatrix, The Matrix Revolutions, and The Matrix Resurrections, tracking one person's transition journey - from Thomas Anderson, to Neo... to Trinity. Each movie's allegory is deeply layered, building from movie to movie, and speaks to a different aspect of trans existence. You'll learn how color is used to convey more than you realize, how Neo's psyche is personified in the people around him, how no other mass media franchise speaks as truly, deeply, and honestly to the trans experience, and exactly why these movies are beloved and vital to the trans community (and their cis allies). Free your mind, and see just how deep the rabbit hole goes.

It wasn't the first or last of the disaster pictures, but it was the best of them all, yet its producer had no way of knowing that his career would never again reach those heights.The Towering Inferno (1974) was the crowning achievement of über-producer Irwin Allen, the self-proclaimed "Master of disaster." Crafted from two best-selling books and with a budget-busting cast headed by two mega-stars, it took two studios to bring it to the screen.In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Towering Inferno, biographer-historian Nat Segaloff (who was a member of the film's special publicity unit) writes about the production, its innovative marketing campaign, and the goings-on before, during, and after its box office success. He draws a compelling, compassionate portrait of Irwin Allen, the workaholic filmmaker who craved the spotlight yet studiously hid his personal life. Segaloff also charts the history of fire in movies, draws personal profiles of the cast and crew, and offers modern fire safety tips that can save your life.More Fire! The Building of The Towering Inferno: A 50th Anniversary Explosion will bring back the excitement, the fear, and the heat of the greatest disaster movie ever made.

It wasn't the first or last of the disaster pictures, but it was the best of them all, yet its producer had no way of knowing that his career would never again reach those heights.The Towering Inferno (1974) was the crowning achievement of über-producer Irwin Allen, the self-proclaimed "Master of disaster." Crafted from two best-selling books and with a budget-busting cast headed by two mega-stars, it took two studios to bring it to the screen.In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Towering Inferno, biographer-historian Nat Segaloff (who was a member of the film's special publicity unit) writes about the production, its innovative marketing campaign, and the goings-on before, during, and after its box office success. He draws a compelling, compassionate portrait of Irwin Allen, the workaholic filmmaker who craved the spotlight yet studiously hid his personal life. Segaloff also charts the history of fire in movies, draws personal profiles of the cast and crew, and offers modern fire safety tips that can save your life.More Fire! The Building of The Towering Inferno: A 50th Anniversary Explosion will bring back the excitement, the fear, and the heat of the greatest disaster movie ever made.

After a confrontational Graduation Day, I decided to run away with a Show Business Circus. Went to Greenwich Village and started bussing bars between 2am and 6am while doing Open Mic Nites at the coffee-houses all over The Village. Within a couple of months, I was opening for Woody Allen, Miles Davis, The Kingston Trio, on to "Second City" in Chicago, became a Founding Member of "The Committee" - A San Francisco attraction rivaling Second City, co-starred or was featured in Escape from Alcatraz, Friends, Seinfeld, Trains, Planes and Automobiles, Home Alone, Billy Madison, Breaking Bad, El Camino, Barry, etc. Within my first year an angry roommate was holding a knife to my throat. It turned out to be more of a "Carny" Show involving money, lots of rejections, The Police, and rent: A cautionary tale.I've had an amazing, sometimes life-threatening, and rewarding life, and I wouldn't trade it for a normal life even if one really existed. "It's wonderful... I mean it... I loved your incredible storytelling and the richness in your stories."- Michael Esslinger, best-selling author of Escaping Alcatraz"Great book! Larry tells a fascinating story. Larry is not only a talented actor but a great writer as well. You won't be disappointed!"- James Bailey, best-selling author of Man Interrupted 3. "A funny, entertaining cautionary tale about Hollywood's movie and television Show Business and many of its famous members. This book is about him, told by himself, for the edification and amusement of us all.- Carl Gottlieb best-selling author of Jaws (film) and The Jaws Log (Book) "Dear Larry, I read your manuscript. It's an engaging romp... Like a pearl necklace, your anecdotes and stories are strung together and hang beautifully." - S. Wasserman, CEO"Wonderful! ... It could be a best seller and possibly a movie. All my staff are your fans and said they'll buy your book!" - A. Bell, editor"Found it hard to stop reading...You're also a gifted scribe. You present your stories in an easy-to-read, intelligent yet entertaining fashion. I think not just fans of your work but those interested in considering a jab at show biz (or dare at a career) would benefit from the experiences presented in your book. Thanks again for a Great Read!"- Stone Wallace, editor

"Bad girls make good parts."¿- Cleo Moore in 1953 Cleo Moore endured in a profession in which only the strong survive¿- not only because she overcame her rural Louisiana background, but because she drew her strength from it. Raised in poverty, she moved to California to seek a better future. Cleo soon became known as 'Louisiana's Canary Blonde Bombshell' and reached her peak of fame when director, producer and actor Hugo Haas chose her to be his muse in the seven movies they made together. Surpassed by Marilyn Monroe, Kim Novak, Anita Ekberg and Jayne Mansfield, Cleo kept fighting for fame and recognition, carving out a remarkable career, in and out of the spotlight. She became a successful businesswoman, and married a real estate mogul, but money did not guarantee happiness. Having kept a secret all her life¿- why she left Hollywood in 1957¿- she died far too young, unfulfilled in her career and her personal life.

In 1960, Troy Donahue won the Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Male Newcomer. By 1962, he was a top box office star, received 7,000 fan letters a week, and won the Photoplay Magazine Award for the Most Popular Male Star. In 1971, he was penniless, drug-addicted, homeless and living in the bushes in Central Park. This is the story of teen idol/actor Troy Donahue.

In 1960, Troy Donahue won the Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Male Newcomer. By 1962, he was a top box office star, received 7,000 fan letters a week, and won the Photoplay Magazine Award for the Most Popular Male Star. In 1971, he was penniless, drug-addicted, homeless and living in the bushes in Central Park. This is the story of teen idol/actor Troy Donahue.

Although Jeanette MacDonald was best known for movies, records, and recitals, during the early days of television, she made many appearances on variety shows, musical and comedy programs, interviews, and game shows. Jeanette MacDonald On the Air, Volume 2 takes an in-depth look at her TV appearances. In addition to information about what she sang and other guests, many listings feature reports from fans who saw the programs or attended the telecasts, as well as photos of Jeanette on TV. Carol Burnett and Edie Adams did the most Jeanette take-offs; however, everyone from Cher to Barbra Streisand to Dan Blocker spoofed her. Read about these sketches and tributes, as well as Jeanette's appearances in film shorts and newsreels, in the appendices. Maggie McCormick is the author of I'll See You Again: The Bittersweet Love Story and Wartime Letters of Jeanette MacDonald and Gene Raymond, published by BearManor Media. She has written extensively on the Golden Age of movies, theater, and dolls.

"Bad girls make good parts."¿- Cleo Moore in 1953 Cleo Moore endured in a profession in which only the strong survive¿- not only because she overcame her rural Louisiana background, but because she drew her strength from it. Raised in poverty, she moved to California to seek a better future. Cleo soon became known as 'Louisiana's Canary Blonde Bombshell' and reached her peak of fame when director, producer and actor Hugo Haas chose her to be his muse in the seven movies they made together. Surpassed by Marilyn Monroe, Kim Novak, Anita Ekberg and Jayne Mansfield, Cleo kept fighting for fame and recognition, carving out a remarkable career, in and out of the spotlight. She became a successful businesswoman, and married a real estate mogul, but money did not guarantee happiness. Having kept a secret all her life¿- why she left Hollywood in 1957¿- she died far too young, unfulfilled in her career and her personal life.

Judy Garland was one of the greatest entertainers of the twentieth century. As Yip Harburg, who composed the lyrics for "Over the Rainbow," wrote in a letter to Ms. Garland, "I would consider myself fully compensated and my life work richly rewarded because of your singing of Rainbow alone. It is a gift most writers are never lucky enough to know. Your voice, above all others, touches a song with immortality and carries in it the prayer and wonder of all mankind." Judy Garland: The Movie Roles That Might Have Been is the only book the details the movie projects in which the singer/actress might have starred. Such projects range from films never made including Babes in Hollywood with Mickey Rooney and Cabbages and Kings with Van Johnson to motion pictures for which Judy was considered but another actress got the role. These include the musicals Good News and Take Me Out to the Ball Game. Where possible, the actual treatment or script tailored for Ms. Garland's talents is described in the book. Over ninety motion picture projects are represented. Richard Irvin is the author of several books about the entertainment industry including The Most Obscure Cult TV Shows Ever, The Forgotten Desi and Lucy TV Projects, and Four Star Television Productions - all published by Bear Manor Media.

Judy Garland was one of the greatest entertainers of the twentieth century. As Yip Harburg, who composed the lyrics for "Over the Rainbow," wrote in a letter to Ms. Garland, "I would consider myself fully compensated and my life work richly rewarded because of your singing of Rainbow alone. It is a gift most writers are never lucky enough to know. Your voice, above all others, touches a song with immortality and carries in it the prayer and wonder of all mankind." Judy Garland: The Movie Roles That Might Have Been is the only book the details the movie projects in which the singer/actress might have starred. Such projects range from films never made including Babes in Hollywood with Mickey Rooney and Cabbages and Kings with Van Johnson to motion pictures for which Judy was considered but another actress got the role. These include the musicals Good News and Take Me Out to the Ball Game. Where possible, the actual treatment or script tailored for Ms. Garland's talents is described in the book. Over ninety motion picture projects are represented. Richard Irvin is the author of several books about the entertainment industry including The Most Obscure Cult TV Shows Ever, The Forgotten Desi and Lucy TV Projects, and Four Star Television Productions - all published by Bear Manor Media.

The Forrest J Ackerman Scrapbook: Treasures From The Ackermansion celebrates the life and career of Forrest J Ackerman (1916 - 2008) through hundreds of photographs, including many never-before-seen images of Forry, his family, and his friends. Revisit the fabulous Ackermansionas and the treasures that lay within, including movie props, posters, books, toys, and best of all, the Ackermonster himself!¿

FILM CULTUREJanuary, 1955 Volume 1 No. 1 "Film Culture" on Film Art: Interviews and Statements, 1955-1971 brings together nineteen directors-Aldrich, Antonioni, Brakhage, Breer, Buñuel, Cukor, Dassin, Dreyer, Fellini, Huston, Leacock, Lubitsch, Melville, Milestone, Pasolini, Richter, Rossellini, Sternberg, and Vertov-who are among the leading auteurs in the history of cinema. Also included, in an appendix, are interviews with the cinematographer Boris Kaufman, the screenwriter Charles Spaak, and the playwright Arthur Miller. The interviews were all commissioned for the legendary American movie journal Film Culture, which was founded by Adolfas Mekas and his brother Jonas in 1954 and became best known for exploring the avant-garde cinema in depth. (Film Culture ceased publication in 1996; during its existence, the magazine produced 79 issues.) Conducted in Film Culture's famously critical and committed style, the interviews in this volume catch each director or practitioner at a crucial juncture in his development as an artist, and stand as a historical record of the dominance of the Euro-American tradition in cinematic art-whether of the narrative or experimental kind. This is the first such collection of its kind in English, edited with a contextualizing introduction, critical biographies, career filmographies, and a comprehensive index by R. J. Cardullo. R. J. Cardullo was for twenty years, from 1987 to 2007, the regular film critic for the Hudson Review in New York. He is the author or editor of a number of volumes, including Film Analysis: A Casebook (Wiley-Blackwell, 2015), Soundings on Cinema: Speaking to Film and Film Artists (SUNY Press, 2008), and In Search of Cinema: Writings on International Film Art (McGill-Queens UP 2004). Cardullo is also the chief American translator of the film criticism of the Frenchman André Bazin, with several volumes to his credit. His own film criticism has been translated into such languages as Russian, German, Chinese, Turkish, Spanish, Korean, and Romanian. After earning his doctoral degree from Yale University, Cardullo taught for four decades at the University of Michigan, Colgate, Wesleyan, and New York University, as well as outside the United States.

FILM CULTUREJanuary, 1955 Volume 1 No. 1 "Film Culture" on Film Art: Interviews and Statements, 1955-1971 brings together nineteen directors-Aldrich, Antonioni, Brakhage, Breer, Buñuel, Cukor, Dassin, Dreyer, Fellini, Huston, Leacock, Lubitsch, Melville, Milestone, Pasolini, Richter, Rossellini, Sternberg, and Vertov-who are among the leading auteurs in the history of cinema. Also included, in an appendix, are interviews with the cinematographer Boris Kaufman, the screenwriter Charles Spaak, and the playwright Arthur Miller. The interviews were all commissioned for the legendary American movie journal Film Culture, which was founded by Adolfas Mekas and his brother Jonas in 1954 and became best known for exploring the avant-garde cinema in depth. (Film Culture ceased publication in 1996; during its existence, the magazine produced 79 issues.) Conducted in Film Culture's famously critical and committed style, the interviews in this volume catch each director or practitioner at a crucial juncture in his development as an artist, and stand as a historical record of the dominance of the Euro-American tradition in cinematic art-whether of the narrative or experimental kind. This is the first such collection of its kind in English, edited with a contextualizing introduction, critical biographies, career filmographies, and a comprehensive index by R. J. Cardullo. R. J. Cardullo was for twenty years, from 1987 to 2007, the regular film critic for the Hudson Review in New York. He is the author or editor of a number of volumes, including Film Analysis: A Casebook (Wiley-Blackwell, 2015), Soundings on Cinema: Speaking to Film and Film Artists (SUNY Press, 2008), and In Search of Cinema: Writings on International Film Art (McGill-Queens UP 2004). Cardullo is also the chief American translator of the film criticism of the Frenchman André Bazin, with several volumes to his credit. His own film criticism has been translated into such languages as Russian, German, Chinese, Turkish, Spanish, Korean, and Romanian. After earning his doctoral degree from Yale University, Cardullo taught for four decades at the University of Michigan, Colgate, Wesleyan, and New York University, as well as outside the United States.

MIDDLE OF THE RAINBOW The blunt and honest memoirs of Emmy-winning actress Bonnie Bartlett Daniels. It's the story of her 70-plus year career, and her struggles in the pre-#metoo and pre-feminist world. It's also the rare and unique story of a 70-plus year marriage (with film, theatre and TV icon William Daniels.) In a full telling of her life, we learn that through years of psychoanalysis and, ultimately, thanks to motherhood, she was able to heal the scars left by her abusive father and learn to love her life as if it were a rainbow "with a pot of gold at both ends." "A long life. A long career. A long marriage.All told with Bonnie's unflinching truth and humor."-Jamie Lee Curtis "As evidence of my consistent good fortune landing a role on St. Elsewhere, I was gifted with another extremely bright and talented woman in my life, Bonnie Bartlett. And she arrived with a message that I really needed to hear. Commit to doing all the important work, and do so with rigorous honesty. She's done just that with her transformative book. Read it today!"-Ed Begley, Jr. "I love it, and admire it. It's the honest and true story of the American dream as lived by Bonnie Bartlett and her family. I would recommend it to anyone with a mind who wants to relate and identify with life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.It gives me hope."-Elliott Gould

About An American Cowboy: The Biography of SHEB WOOLEY".... stellar biography ... delves deep into Sheb's incredible talent, wide range of work, prolific creativity and intriguing history." - Lyle E Style, author, Ain't Got No Cigarettes: Memories of Music Legend Roger Miller"... a must have book for country music fans and admirers of Hollywood Western lore ..., a top-notch and heartfelt biography of a complex, extremely talented and kind-hearted man..., a real gem of a book ..." - Thomas McNulty, author of Errol Flynn: The Life and Career"Wooley is the only individual who could pack a movie career, a singing career, "High Noon," "Giant," "Purple People Eater," ... "Rawhide," Ben Colder, ... Roger Miller, Johnny Cash ... and the theme song to "Hee Haw" all in one life." - Don Cusic, author of Roger Miller: Dang Him!"... Wooley attained so many seemingly unreachable goals, he ... was always within reach of his fans. There's never been a more humble gentleman."- Grammy winning singer/songwriter and Grand Ole Opry legend Jeannie Seely

About An American Cowboy: The Biography of SHEB WOOLEY".... stellar biography ... delves deep into Sheb's incredible talent, wide range of work, prolific creativity and intriguing history." - Lyle E Style, author, Ain't Got No Cigarettes: Memories of Music Legend Roger Miller"... a must have book for country music fans and admirers of Hollywood Western lore ..., a top-notch and heartfelt biography of a complex, extremely talented and kind-hearted man..., a real gem of a book ..." - Thomas McNulty, author of Errol Flynn: The Life and Career"Wooley is the only individual who could pack a movie career, a singing career, "High Noon," "Giant," "Purple People Eater," ... "Rawhide," Ben Colder, ... Roger Miller, Johnny Cash ... and the theme song to "Hee Haw" all in one life." - Don Cusic, author of Roger Miller: Dang Him!"... Wooley attained so many seemingly unreachable goals, he ... was always within reach of his fans. There's never been a more humble gentleman."- Grammy winning singer/songwriter and Grand Ole Opry legend Jeannie Seely

From his humble beginnings growing up on his grandfather's dairy farm in New York, JOEL THURM became one of the most admired, powerful, and accomplished casting directors in Hollywood, Early on, Thurm's instincts proved beyond reproach when he recognized John Travolta as much more than a teen idol, casting him in the TV movie THE BOY IN THE PLASTIC BUBBLE. It was during his years as Vice President of Talent and Casting for both Paramount Television and NBC that he discovered the remarkable Phoenix family, from which River and Joaquin became A-list movie stars. With his insider's knowledge, irreverent style, and biting wit, Thurm tells the stories of his key involvement in such iconic movies and shows as GREASE, AIRPLANE!, THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, CHEERS, TAXI, THE LOVE BOAT, FANTASY ISLAND, STARSKY & HUTCH, CHARLIE'S ANGELS, THE GOLDEN GIRLS, KNIGHT RIDER, THE COSBY SHOW, HILL STREET BLUES and many, many more. SEX, DRUGS, AND PILOT SEASON is the ultimate backstage pass to the boardrooms of Manhattan and the executive suites of Hollywood where show-business history was made. "A true talent at the top of the biz. We are all lucky to know him! And a great guy! It's fun and I love it."-JOHN TRAVOLTA "Thank you for pretty much everything in my life."-TED DANSON "Always grateful for helping to cast me and for all the unsung work he did behind the scenes for GREASE .... Great memories and details I didn't know."-OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN "Actors are naturally nervous around casting directors. Then one comes along who changes your life! Thanks, Joel,"-DANNY DEVITO "Joel is one of the good guys,"-TONY DANZA "This book will make you laugh out loud, cry and wonder 'did this really happen?' Joel Thurm was in the eye of the tornado and he is still standing."-DEBBIE ALLEN

From his humble beginnings growing up on his grandfather's dairy farm in New York, JOEL THURM became one of the most admired, powerful, and accomplished casting directors in Hollywood, Early on, Thurm's instincts proved beyond reproach when he recognized John Travolta as much more than a teen idol, casting him in the TV movie THE BOY IN THE PLASTIC BUBBLE. It was during his years as Vice President of Talent and Casting for both Paramount Television and NBC that he discovered the remarkable Phoenix family, from which River and Joaquin became A-list movie stars. With his insider's knowledge, irreverent style, and biting wit, Thurm tells the stories of his key involvement in such iconic movies and shows as GREASE, AIRPLANE!, THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, CHEERS, TAXI, THE LOVE BOAT, FANTASY ISLAND, STARSKY & HUTCH, CHARLIE'S ANGELS, THE GOLDEN GIRLS, KNIGHT RIDER, THE COSBY SHOW, HILL STREET BLUES and many, many more. SEX, DRUGS, AND PILOT SEASON is the ultimate backstage pass to the boardrooms of Manhattan and the executive suites of Hollywood where show-business history was made. "A true talent at the top of the biz. We are all lucky to know him! And a great guy! It's fun and I love it."-JOHN TRAVOLTA "Thank you for pretty much everything in my life."-TED DANSON "Always grateful for helping to cast me and for all the unsung work he did behind the scenes for GREASE .... Great memories and details I didn't know."-OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN "Actors are naturally nervous around casting directors. Then one comes along who changes your life! Thanks, Joel,"-DANNY DEVITO "Joel is one of the good guys,"-TONY DANZA "This book will make you laugh out loud, cry and wonder 'did this really happen?' Joel Thurm was in the eye of the tornado and he is still standing."-DEBBIE ALLEN