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Monster is John Gregory Dunne's mordant account of the eight years it took to get the 1996 Robert Redford/Michelle Pfeiffer film Up Close & Personal made. A bestselling novelist, Dunne has a cold eye, perfect pitch for the absurdities of Hollywood, and sharp elbows for the film industry's savage infighting. 192 pp. Author tour & national ads. 25,000 print.
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Insightful Hollywood industry insider's vivid, witty take.
Who is this book for?
If you're fascinated by the behind-the-scenes chaos of Hollywood, Monster offers a sharp, witty, and sometimes brutal look into the making of a film. John Gregory Dunne’s keen eye and candid storytelling make you feel like you're right there amidst the madness, benefiting anyone curious about the film industry's inner workings.
