True Indie: Life and Death in Filmmaking

Dive into the wild world of indie filmmaking with celebrated director Don Coscarelli's revealing and entertaining memoir, True Indie.

Best known for his iconic horror, sci-fi, and fantasy films like Phantasm, The Beastmaster, Bubba Ho-tep, and John Dies at the End, Coscarelli takes you on a thrilling journey through the ups and downs of independent cinema. From selling his first feature to Universal Pictures as a teenager to navigating Hollywood's cutthroat landscape, Coscarelli's experiences are both enlightening and harrowing.

Encounter a colorful cast of characters, including heavy metal legend Ronnie James Dio, first-time filmmakers Quentin Tarantino and Roger Avary, and horror icons Tobe Hooper, John Carpenter, and George A. Romero. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories that shaped Coscarelli's career, like setting his face on fire during the making of Phantasm and transforming a short story about Elvis battling a mummy into a beloved cult classic. True Indie is a must-read for fans of Coscarelli's work, aspiring filmmakers, and anyone who loves an underdog story. Packed with insider insights and hard-earned wisdom, this memoir offers a comprehensive film school education in a single book, revealing how Coscarelli maintained creative control in an industry dominated by power-hungry predators – all without losing his sanity or going bankrupt.

© 2018 St. Martin's Press (E-bog): 9781250193261

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E-bog: 2. oktober 2018