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For over three decades, director Ken Kwapis has charted a career full of exceptional movies and television, from seminal shows like The Office to beloved films like Hes Just Not That Into You.
He is among the most respected directors in show business, but getting there wasnt easy. He struggled just like everyone else. With each triumph came the occasional faceplant. Using his background and inside knowledge, But What I Really Want To Do is Direct tackles Hollywood myths through Kens highly entertaining experiences. Its a rollercoaster ride fueled by brawls with the top brass, clashes over budgets, and the passion that makes it all worthwhile.
This humorous and refreshingly personal memoir is filled with inspiring instruction, behind-the-scenes hilarity, and unabashed joy. Its a celebration of the directors craft, and what it takes to succeed in show business on your own terms.
Ken Kwapis always brought out the best in the actors on The Office. Whenever Ken was directing, I always felt safe to go out on a limb and take chances, knowing he had my back. Every aspiring director should read this book. (I can think of several professional directors that should read it too!) -Jenna Fischer
A vital, magnificent manifesto on the art and craft of directing, written with emotional, instinctual and intellectual depth by one of Americas most beloved film and television directors -Amber Tamblyn
In the years that I was fortunate to work with Ken on Malcolm in the Middle, he had an uncanny ability to guide actors right to the heart of a scene and reveal its truths. He admits that he doesnt have all the answers, hell make mistakes, and at times hell struggle, but as he says in the book, Its the struggle to get it right that makes us human.’ -Bryan Cranston
Good luck finding a more kind, passionate, and talented director alive than Ken. Seriously, good luck. -Tig Notaro
Action! is what most directors bark out to begin a scene. But Ken Kwapis starts by gently intoning the words Go ahead That simple suggestion assures everyone theyre in smart, capable, humble hands. Thats how youll feel reading this book. And so, if youre anxious to discover how a top director always brings humor, honesty, and humanity to his work, all I can tell you isGo ahead. -Larry Wilmore
Author: Ken Kwapis
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: St. Martins Griffin
Published: 10/06/2020
Pages: 368
Weight: 0.8lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.40w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9781250260123
Language: English
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