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Independent Ed: What I Learned from My Career of Big Dreams, Little Movies, and the Twelve Best Days of My Life

Independent Ed: What I Learned from My Career of Big Dreams, Little Movies, and the Twelve Best Days of My Life - Paperback

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Availability:In StockContributor:Edward Burns, Todd GoldPublish date:2015-11-10Pages:272
Language:EnglishPublisher:Penguin Publishing GroupISBN-13:9781592409334ISBN-10:1592409334UPC:9781592409334Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:Entertainment & Performing Arts, Film, Individual DirectorBook Topic:Direction & ProductionSize:8.20 x 5.40 x 0.80 inchesWeight:0.5997Product ID:SC4SDHHTBQ
Acclaimed independent filmmaker Ed Burns shares the story of his remarkable career and offers a candid, instructive account of the ins-and-outs of making great movies without the backing of Hollywood.

As the second of three children from a working-class Long Island family, Ed Burns thought a career in filmmaking was a pipe dream. When his first film, The Brothers McMullen, won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, he proved himself to be one of the most distinctive and tenacious filmmakers of our time. Since then he has gone on to star in major Hollywood films while remaining dedicated to his true passion: making small films that he believes in.

Sharing the lengths he's gone to in order to write, direct, cast, produce, shoot, and edit films on a shoestring budget, Burns uses stories from his life and career to illustrate what it takes to make it as an indie filmmaker. His extreme focus and drive prove that passion and hard work can pay off, and he urges students and aspiring filmmakers to embrace and learn from their failures--and continue to pursue their goals. A gripping, inspirational story about forging your own path, Independent Ed is a must-read for casual movie fans, serious film students, and any creative person searching for a bit of inspiration.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Penguin Publishing GroupISBN-13:9781592409334ISBN-10:1592409334UPC:9781592409334Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:Entertainment & Performing Arts, Film, Individual DirectorBook Topic:Direction & ProductionSize:8.20 x 5.40 x 0.80 inchesWeight:0.5997Product ID:SC4SDHHTBQ
Ed Burns was born in Woodside, Queens, and raised on Long Island. While in college in New York City, Burns switched his focus from English to filmmaking before quickly moving on to make The Brothers McMullen, which won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. He has acted in 31 films and written, produced, and/or directed 13 others. He lives in New York City with his wife and two children.
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group

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