ACTORS DIE HARD IN HOLLYWOOD: Actors' Survival Knowledge [Paperback]

Millicent Terraine (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2000

A book which every actor wished they had before coming to Hollywood in pursuit of an acting career.

This book talks about the importance of knowing show business IS a business; gives great tips on finding an apartment; securing a survival job; delivers special little tips that no one tells you about when pursuing agents, casting directors, and photographers. An incredible highlight of this book is the chapter "Viewing An Actor." It IS the inspiration that actors along with their family and friends must read. It captivates and speaks from the heart of what it is really like to be an actor in Hollywood.

Editorial Reviews

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"...Packed with information, Terraine's book is very well-researched and touches on everything the novice actor needs to know." -- Backstage West

Product Details

• Paperback: 86 pages
• Publisher: Genesis Enterprises (October 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964361612
• ISBN-13: 978-0964361614
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,527,043 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Primer For Those Considering Becoming An Actor In LA, August 12, 2007

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Chris (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: ACTORS DIE HARD IN HOLLYWOOD: Actors' Survival Knowledge (Paperback)

In her book, Actors Die Hard In Hollywood, Millicent Terraine helps the new actor to LA (or those considering moving to LA to become an actor) quickly get oriented to the city and start making progress in their chosen career.

Her information can help save those new to the city months of trial-and-error mistakes and especially helps professional-actors-to-be with the recommended approach to survival job, acting classes, auditioning, and self-promotion that actors must learn to master in order to have staying power in this business.

Every year thousands of Hollywood hopefuls move to LA with little more than the dream of making it in TV or film. The harsh realities of LA can often cause financial and/or emotional ruin to those unprepared. In her book, Millicent strikes an excellent balance between helping actors keep their dream alive while addressing the challenging realities of being an actor in LA.

A quick read and easily approachable content, Actors Die Hard In Hollywood should be required reading for anyone considering an acting career in LA. Highly Recommend.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Empowering Tool, May 13, 2003

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Michelle McIntyre (Culver City, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: ACTORS DIE HARD IN HOLLYWOOD: Actors' Survival Knowledge (Paperback)

I found Ms. Terraine's book easy to read, informative, concise and enjoyable. As a native New Yorker moving to LA LA land to work in the entertainment industry I was like a fish out of water. I can tell you Ms. Terraine has done her homework and research. She provides practical advice, do's and don'ts, and information you need to avoid the typical pitfalls of being a newcomer in Tinsel town. What I found most helpful and refreshing is her comments on finding your own personal and private life and where to live.

If this is not part of your library, it is time you add it now. It's a great tool to use to empower and position yourself for success in Hollywood.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent - Helpful to All People, May 7, 2003

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Tasha Chimienti "DreamsnVision Tasha" (Playa del Rey, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ACTORS DIE HARD IN HOLLYWOOD: Actors' Survival Knowledge (Paperback)

It was an entertaining, quick read. Easy to understand and relate to - coming from a non-actor/actress. Plenty of excellent information that can help make life simpler, less stressful for actors and the general public. I would certainly recommend this book as a valuable read for people in acting and those who are not in it.