But What I Really Want to Do Is Direct (Lessons from a Life Behind the Camera)

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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 Heā€™s Just Not That Into You.

He is among the most respected directors in show business, but getting there wasnā€™t 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 Kenā€™s highly entertaining experiences. Itā€™s 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. Itā€™s a celebration of the directorā€™s 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 America's 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 doesnā€™t have all the answers, heā€™ll make mistakes, and at times heā€™ll struggle, but as he says in the book, 'Itā€™s 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

ā€œ'Action!' is what most directors bark out to begin a scene. But Ken Kwapis starts by gently intoning the words 'Go aheadā€¦' That simple suggestion assures everyone theyā€™re in smart, capable, humble hands. Thatā€™s how youā€™ll feel reading this book. And so, if youā€™re anxious to discover how a top director always brings humor, honesty, and humanity to his work, all I can tell you isā€¦Go ahead." -Larry Wilmore

This book title, But What I Really Want to Do Is Direct (Lessons from a Life Behind the Camera), ISBN: 9781250260123, by Ken Kwapis, published by St. Martin's Publishing Group (October 6, 2020) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.

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Author:
Ken Kwapis
Format:
Paperback
Pages:
368
Publisher:
St. Martin's Publishing Group (October 6, 2020)
Language:
English
ISBN-13:
9781250260123
ISBN-10:
1250260124
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Case Pack:
24
Weight:
11.84oz
Audience:
General/trade
Dimensions:
5.48" x 8.23" x 0.97"

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