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5.0 out of 5 stars
A great read for anyone interested in film, television, nature, animals, Africa, and more!,
This review is from: The Lion and the Giraffe: A Naturalist's Life In the Movie Business (Paperback)
Hollywood is chock full of unsung heroes who bust their butts behind the scenes to create the films and television programs that we all enjoy. Jack Couffer's life story (so far) is engagingly told in this fascinating autobiography of a man who has made the most of everything life has offered to him. From building weapons during wartime to capturing animals on film, Couffer peppers his book with enjoyable, riveting anecdotes. His love of life, of his home-away-from-home in Africa, his family and friends, are covered in a fast-moving narrative. Pick up this book -- I hope you'll love it as much as I did!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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One of the best reads in many years...,
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This review is from: The Lion and the Giraffe: A Naturalist's Life In the Movie Business (Paperback)
Much more than just an in depth study of the film industry, The Lion And The Giraffe is the story of and by a man who loves animals and possesses the unique ability to capture their moods, moves and natural wild instincts on film, often risking his own life to do so. Couffer is blessed with the creative ability to get what is needed against all odds, the man who gets the take, and he possesses a keen descriptive sense when relating his story through the written word. Animals, actors, directors, producers, moguls like Walt Disney all spring to life in this book, along with the many countries he has filmed in, his favorite being Africa, where he eventually settled. Real, gut wrenching and wonderful, Jack has documented his life, his loves, the pitfalls and triumphs of a life spent doing what he loved. You've seen his work in many films, he's worked with many of the biggest names in the film industry. Recommended reading for anyone who has ever had the courage to follow their heart and their dreams.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
An Engaging Book by an Interesting Author,
By Tortoise Lover (Southern California) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Lion and the Giraffe: A Naturalist's Life In the Movie Business (Paperback)
The book appeals to the reader with a wide variety of interests from animals to movie-making. There are vivid descriptions of the Galapagos Islands, Kenya, Scotland and other locations. Stories about various colorful and sometimes eccentric people are fascinating. The author shows his lifelong interest in and understanding of living creatures, while sharing his knowledge of how movies are made. This is an engaging book by an interesting author. I found it hard to put down and read it eagerly while ignoring my chores around the house and yard.
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