Wild and Crazy Guys by Nick De Semlyen
The definitive account of the kings of comedy who ruled eighties Hollywood.
An enjoyable romp that vividly captures the manic ups and downs of the remarkable group of funny folk who gave us a golden age of small and big screen comedy, from SNL to Groundhog Day* Peter Biskind, author of Easy Riders and Raging Bulls *
Bill Murray, Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy—they’re all here like you’ve never seen them before (with no shortage of drugs, competitiveness, and egos). Fast-paced and addictive, Wild and Crazy Guys is the Easy Riders, Raging Bulls of the wild and crazy ‘80s Hollywood comedy scene. * Chris Nashawaty, author of Caddyshack: The Making of a Hollywood Cinderella Story *
It's amazing that anybody survived making comedies in the impulsive, excessive, drug-fueled, rage-filled period in the decade following the explosive arrival of Saturday Night Live. And some didn't. But, aided by the sharp recollections of those who did, Nick de Semlyen gives that more-is-more period of comedy what it desperately needs: Clarity and perspective. Wild and Crazy Guys maps the era and its swaggering players beautifully. * Mark Harris, author of Pictures at a Revolution and Five Came Back *
The irresistible Wild & Crazy Guys charts the rollercoaster ride of the groundbreaking comedy stars of the ’70s and ’80s, giving a fascinating look at the helium highs and crushing lows surrounding some of your favourite funny films. I couldn’t put it down. Although that may have been the glue. * Edgar Wright *
A great read - a real joyride. So many fascinating new nuggets about a period I thought I knew inside out. * Joe Cornish *
I loved it so much. I'm most impressed by the sheer breadth of the interviews - the only way [de Semlyen] could have been more comprehensive is if he bought a ouija board. * Stuart Heritage *
There is no shortage of excellent critical writing about the US comedy scene in the 80s, and Wild and Crazy Guys is a terrific contribution to the genre. * Hadley Freeman *
A fabulous romp of a book . . . stuffed full of juicy tit-bits and filled with compassion * The i *
Pithy and propulsive -- Dominic Maxwell * The Times *
Bill Murray, Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy—they’re all here like you’ve never seen them before (with no shortage of drugs, competitiveness, and egos). Fast-paced and addictive, Wild and Crazy Guys is the Easy Riders, Raging Bulls of the wild and crazy ‘80s Hollywood comedy scene. * Chris Nashawaty, author of Caddyshack: The Making of a Hollywood Cinderella Story *
It's amazing that anybody survived making comedies in the impulsive, excessive, drug-fueled, rage-filled period in the decade following the explosive arrival of Saturday Night Live. And some didn't. But, aided by the sharp recollections of those who did, Nick de Semlyen gives that more-is-more period of comedy what it desperately needs: Clarity and perspective. Wild and Crazy Guys maps the era and its swaggering players beautifully. * Mark Harris, author of Pictures at a Revolution and Five Came Back *
The irresistible Wild & Crazy Guys charts the rollercoaster ride of the groundbreaking comedy stars of the ’70s and ’80s, giving a fascinating look at the helium highs and crushing lows surrounding some of your favourite funny films. I couldn’t put it down. Although that may have been the glue. * Edgar Wright *
A great read - a real joyride. So many fascinating new nuggets about a period I thought I knew inside out. * Joe Cornish *
I loved it so much. I'm most impressed by the sheer breadth of the interviews - the only way [de Semlyen] could have been more comprehensive is if he bought a ouija board. * Stuart Heritage *
There is no shortage of excellent critical writing about the US comedy scene in the 80s, and Wild and Crazy Guys is a terrific contribution to the genre. * Hadley Freeman *
A fabulous romp of a book . . . stuffed full of juicy tit-bits and filled with compassion * The i *
Pithy and propulsive -- Dominic Maxwell * The Times *
Nick de Semlyen is a film journalist who has written for publications including Rolling Stone, FHM, Stuff and Time Out. His current job is Features Editor for Empire, the world's biggest movie magazine. Wild and Crazy Guys is his first book.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781529015805 |
| ISBN 10 | 1529015804 |
| Title | Wild and Crazy Guys |
| Author | Nick De Semlyen |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Pan Macmillan |
| Year published | 2019-06-06 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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