Alan J. Pakula: Interviews

Alan J. Pakula: Interviews - Paperback

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Alan J. Pakula: Interviews

Alan J. Pakula: Interviews - Paperback

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Book Overview

Renowned for his masterful storytelling, Alan J. Pakula (1928-1998) left an indelible mark on cinema history. Alan J. Pakula: Interviews offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of the director's illustrious career, from his early days in Hollywood to his rise as a major filmmaker. From the famous "paranoia trilogy" of Klute, The Parallax View, and All the President's Men to the gripping psychological drama of Sophie's Choice and his often-undervalued later work, Pakula's diverse filmography has captivated audiences and critics alike.

The first published collection of interviews with the acclaimed director, this volume presents an illuminating portrait of Pakula as a filmmaker, an artist, and a man of many parts. The eighteen pieces compiled here, including an illuminating introduction and previously unpublished 1983 interview by editor Tom Ryan, provide a broad overview of Pakula's career. In his own words, Pakula recounts his experience as Robert Mulligan's producer, reflects on the bulk of films he made as director, and outlines his approach to the art of filmmaking. Taken as a whole, Alan J. Pakula: Interviews is a treasure trove of cinematic wisdom and a fitting tribute to the legacy of an important American filmmaker.
ISBN9781496852885
Author Tom Ryan
PublisherUniversity Press of Mississippi
GenreBiography and Arts
FormatPaperback
PublishedAugust 2024
LanguageENG- English
Pages192
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Tom Ryan

Tom Ryan is an award-winning author, screenwriter, and producer. His adult fiction debut, The Treasure Hunters Club, an instant USA Today bestseller, is nominated for the Lillian Jackson Braun Award and his YA mystery, Keep This To Yourself, was the winner of several awards, including the 2020 ITW Thriller Award for Best YA Thriller, and is currently being adapted for television. His follow-up YA mystery I Hope You're Listening was the winner of the 2021 Lambda "Lammy" Award for Best LGBTQ Mystery. He was a 2017 Lambda Literary Fellow in Young Adult Fiction. Tom, his husband, and their dog live in Nova Scotia.

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