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Warrior / by Matzen, Robert,1957-author.; Dotti, Luca,1970-writer of foreword.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.'Warrior' completes the story arc of Robert Matzen's 'Dutch Girl: Audrey Hepburn and World War II'. Hepburn's experiences in wartime, including the murder of family members, her survival through combat and starvation conditions, and work on behalf of the Dutch Resistance, gave her the determination to become a humanitarian for UNICEF and the fearlessness to charge into war-torn countries in the Third World on behalf of children and their mothers in desperate need.
Subjects: Biographies.; Hepburn, Audrey, 1929-1993.; UNICEF.; Motion picture actors and actresses; Motion picture actors and actresses;

We did ok, kid [sound recording] : a memoir / by Hopkins, Anthony,1937-author,narrator.; Branagh, Kenneth,narrator.; Simon & Schuster Audio (Firm),publisher.;
Read by the author and Kenneth Branagh.Academy Award-winning actor Sir Anthony Hopkins delves into his illustrious film and theatre career, difficult childhood and path to sobriety in his honest, moving and long-awaited memoir. Born and raised in Port Talbot -- a small Welsh steelworks town -- amid war and depression, Sir Anthony Hopkins grew up around men who were tough, to say the least, and eschewed all forms of emotional vulnerability in favour of alcoholism and brutality. A struggling student in school, he was deemed by his peers, his parents and other adults as a failure with no future ahead of him. But, on a fateful Saturday night, the disregarded Welsh boy watched the 1948 adaptation of Hamlet, sparking a passion for acting that would lead him on a path that no one could have predicted. With candour and a voice that is both arresting and vulnerable, Sir Anthony recounts his various career milestones and provides a once-in-a-lifetime look into the brilliance behind some of his most iconic roles. His performance as Iago gets him admitted into the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and places him under the wing of Laurence Olivier. He meets Richard Burton by chance as a young boy in his art teacher's apartment, and later, backstage before a performance of Equus as an established actor meeting his hero. His iconic portrayal of Hannibal Lecter was informed by the creepy performance of Bela Lugosi in Dracula and the razor-sharp precision of his acting teacher. He pulls raw emotion from the stoicism of his father and grandfather for an unforgettable performance in King Lear. Sir Anthony also takes a deeply honest look at the low points in his personal life. His addiction cost him his first marriage, his relationship with his only child, and nearly his life -- the latter ultimately propelling him toward sobriety, a commitment he has maintained for nearly half a century. He constantly battles against the desire to move through life alone and avoid connection for fear of getting hurt -- much like the men in his family -- and as the years go by, he deals with questions of mortality, getting ready to discover what his father called The Big Secret. Featuring a special collection of personal photographs throughout, We Did OK, Kid is a raw and passionate memoir from a complex, iconic man who has inspired audiences with remarkable performances for over sixty years.
Subjects: Biographies.; Audiobooks.; Autobiographies.; Personal narratives.; Hopkins, Anthony, 1937-; Actors; Motion picture actors and actresses; Leading men (Actors);

Runaway train : or, the story of my life so far / by Roberts, Eric,1956-author.; Kashner, Sam,author.;
"In this brutally candid memoir, Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee Eric Roberts pulls no punches about the ups and downs of his career and his sometimes stormy relationship with his famous sister, Julia. Eric Roberts grew up in Georgia, spending most of his teens away from his mother and sisters, Lisa and Julia. Instead, he stayed with his controlling father, a grifter jealous of his early success. At age 17, Eric moved to New York to pursue acting, where he worked and partied with future legends like Christopher Walken, Mickey Rourke, John Malkovich, Bruce Willis, and Robin Williams. His big break came when he was cast in King of the Gypsies. Eric became one of the hottest stars of the era, starting an affair with actress Sandy Dennis, working with Bob Fosse on the critically acclaimed Star 80, and earning an Oscar nomination for Runaway Train. But for Eric, Hollywood came with a dark side -- an ocean of cocaine that nearly swept him away, culminating in a car accident that almost cost him his life. Eric is open about the seriousness of his addictions and their devastating effect on his career. He reveals the reasons behind his complicated relationship with his sister, Julia, and his daughter, Emma, a successful actress in her own right. Now, happily married to actress and casting director Eliza Roberts, who helped him confront his demons, he is revered among his peers as the ultimate actor's actor. Written with New York Times bestselling author, for years a Vanity Fair contributing editor, and current Air Mail writer-at-large Sam Kashner, this is a powerful memoir of a Hollywood legend"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Personal narratives.; Roberts, Eric, 1956-; Actors;

Belushi [videorecording] / by Cutler, R. J.,screenwriter,film director.; Apted, Michael,on-screen participant.; Fisher, Carrie,on-screen participant.; Chase, Chevy,on-screen participant.; Akroyd, Dan,on-screen participant.; Belushi, James,1954-on-screen participant.; Michaels, Lorne,1944-on-screen participant.; Showtime Entertainment,film distributor.; Showtime Networks,production company.;
Michael Apted, Carrie Fisher, Candice Bergen, Chevy Chase, Dan Akroyd, Jim Belushi, John Belushi, Penny Marshall, Jane Curtin, Lorne Michaels, Gilda Radner, Harold Ramis.Director R.J. Cutler takes a revealing look at the brilliant life of comedic legend John Belushi. Known for his iconic characters and sketches on both stage and screen, few people knew his personal side, until now. Never-before-seen photos, letters and home-movies from the Belushi family archive give intimate access to the world-famous superstar. Family and friends who knew him best share intimate memories, including Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner, Chevy Chase, Penny Marshall, Lorne Michaels and Harold Ramis.E.Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Biographical films.; Documentary films.; Belushi, John.; Motion picture actors and actresses; Television actors and actresses; Comedians;
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Mean Baby : a memoir of growing up / by Blair, Selma,1972-author.;
Selma Blair has played many archetypal roles: Gullible ingenue in 'Cruel Intentions'. Preppy ice queen in 'Legally Blonde'. Fire-starter in 'Hellboy'. Face of Chanel. Cover model. Advocate for the multiple sclerosis community. But, before all of that, Blair was known best for being one thing: a mean baby. In a memoir that is as funny as it is emotionally shattering, Blair tells the captivating story of growing up and finding her truth.
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Blair, Selma, 1972-; Actors; Motion picture actors and actresses;

Scrappy little nobody / by Kendrick, Anna,author.;
Subjects: Biographies.; Kendrick, Anna.; Actors; Singers;

What's so funny? : my hilarious life / by Conway, Tim.; Scovell, Jane,1934-;
Subjects: Conway, Tim.; Actors; Comedians;

Dirty daddy : the chronicles of a family man turned filthy comedian / by Saget, Bob.;
Introduction -- We are what we are -- A life of free association -- Death and comedy are closely related -- The loss of two great women -- Surviving standup.The star of both "Full House" and "America's Funniest Home Videos" opens up about some of his personal experiences with life and death, his career, and his reputation for sick humor.
Subjects: Saget, Bob.; Actors; Comedians;

Future boy : Back to the Future and my journey through the space-time continuum / by Fox, Michael J.,1961-author.; Fortenberry, Nelle,author.;
"A poignant, heartfelt, and funny memoir about how, in 1985, Michael J. Fox brought to life two iconic roles simultaneously -- Alex P. Keaton in Family Ties and Marty McFly in Back to the Future"--
Subjects: Autobiographies.; Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Fox, Michael J., 1961-; Back to the future (Motion picture); Family ties (Television program); Actors; Actors;

Acting naturally : the magic in great performances / by Thomson, David,1941-author.;
"From the celebrated film critic and author of The Biographical Dictionary of Film comes an essential work on some of the cinema's finest actors and how they have approached their craft"--
Subjects: Motion picture acting.; Motion picture actors and actresses.;

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