A hilarious visual smorgasbord, this vibrant photo narrative offers a quiet, introspective look into life as a silent emoter. Replete with images of actor and mime artist Doug Jones shot against an array of artistic and real-world backdrops, this social commentary spoofs pop culture and fairy tale favorites. Witty photo parodies include Frank 'n mime, Marilyn Mime-roe, Mime-hammad Ali, Mime a Llama ding-dong, and Mimeageddon, as well as the "Once Upon a Mime" tales in which the big bad wolf gets bested in a series of mime encounters based on Little Red Miming Hood and the Three Little Pigs--poking fun at legendary personalities, characters, and moments while showcasing photographer Eric Curtis's trademark vision. Foreword by Josh "the Poncemime" Perry.
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"I found myself literally laughing out loud as I turned the pages and was left wanting to share the images instantly with others. . . . Looking for a fun time? Be sure to check out this book." —Mike Gencarelli, www.MediaMikes.com (January 2012)
"Mime Very Own Book is a collection of full color photographs of vignettes . . . [presenting] a unique brand of humor using the style of the mime. . . . A worthy choice for art lovers who don't mind a bit of silence." —Wisconsin Book Watch (March 2012)
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Our Mime, The amazing Doug Jones: 24 year acting career and the most familiar face you might not recognize. Doug's incredible talents have brought some of the most memorable and amazing screen characters to life, like Billy Butcherson in Hocus Pocus, Pan and the Pale Man in the multi-Oscar-winning Pan's Labyrinth, the Silver Surfer, Abe Sapien in the Hellboy movies, and some incredible film work too on shows like CSI, Criminal Minds, and his infamous role as the lead Gentleman in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode, HUSH. Doug worked as a mime to pay the bills and Mime Very Own Book brings those humble beginnings full circle.
Foreword by the hilarious Josh the Ponceman Perry: Star of the hit YouTube series Retarded Policeman and original shorts on The Perry Brothers Abnormal Comedy channel which have garnered over 100 million views and whose audience continues to grow. Josh has starred on the big screen with such icons as Bruce Willis, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Emily Blunt,Val Kilmer, Rip Torn, Cloris Leachman and Peter Falk. Josh has not let the fact that he has Down Syndrome stop him from pursuing a successful career as an actor.
Photography through the stunning lens of Eric Curtis: Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Eric moved to California after college and lives in LA where he has photographed such Hollywood notables as David Lynch, Danny Glover, rocker Tommy Lee, the bands My Chemical Romance and Linkin Park, and rapper Method Man. Eric's unique approach to photography emphasizes bringing studio lighting to the outside world, which allows him to dictate the terms of the world he's shooting.
Makeup by Oscar nominated artist Thomas Floutz: Some of Thom's work, Hellboy I&II, X-Men First Class, Sucker Punch, Breaking Bad
Costumes by Connie Perry: An over 30 year career producing and creating live events and costume extravaganzas, Connie's professionalism and creative eye were key in making the endless costume changes and challenges of Mime Very Own Book possible.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Terry
Format:Kindle Edition
Not my taste. He has talent but I was done with the book in about 15 minutes and that was about 10 minutes too long. Clever, good photos, good miming, just not for me.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By L. Smith
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is the funniest darned book I have ever not read. (Well, okay, there's some text here and there, so I did read those bits, but it's 98% photos.) The phrases and scenarios pictured run the gamut from Once Upon a Mime at the beginning of the book to Out of His Mime at the end, and all are clever and amusing. Some are flat out hilarious. My favorites include the Pinup Mime and Central Standard Mime. My sides literally hurt from laughing the day after I got this book in the mail. If you love puns, you'll like this book. If you like Doug Jones, you'll love this book. If you like puns, and mimes,*and* Doug Jones, this book might very well make you pee your pants.
By Dave Wilmoth
Format:Paperback
Awesome book...really catpures Doug's spirit. I have known him for many, many years, and can tell you her loves to make people smile. To me when I think of DOUG...I SMILE! Thanks DOUG for putting this collection of great pictures
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Way to go Doug
Very fun book !! Loved the pictures! I always knew you had it in you. Looking forward to your next book...My Life in Prosthetics.
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Published 8 days ago by Eileen Dacey Rodriguez
3.0 out of 5 stars
Very cute.
I don't know what I was expecting from a photo essay on mimes, but I was very much charmed by the corny images.
Published 14 days ago by J.A.A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quiet Art, speaking volumes, in silence.
Tastefully done 'Adult' ebook, simply adorable.
Whether you are a fan of the Art of Miming or not you are certain to crack a smile or three while viewing this lovely... Read more
Whether you are a fan of the Art of Miming or not you are certain to crack a smile or three while viewing this lovely... Read more
Published 27 days ago by Reba K. & Harley H.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Cute, but quickly got old
Well done and of particular interest to practicing mimes. But, for the rest of us it begins to wear thin rather quickly.
Published 1 month ago by C. Greenwood
2.0 out of 5 stars
weak
just not what I think, some value for the idea, but, weak..., may because I photograph MIMES all my life
Published 2 months ago by guspictures
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doug Jones
A great peek into the works of Doug Jones. If your a big fan then you'll love "Mime Very Own Book".
Published 2 months ago by Jessie Gomez
5.0 out of 5 stars
Delightful
I had the great pleasure to meet Doug Jones last year and this book is the next best thing to being in his presence. Read more
Published 2 months ago by T. Magnani
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun Goofy Book
I wasnt really sure if i would like this book. I did. It was funny and unusual. Its fun to page thru, or just randomly open to a page and see what you get.
Published 2 months ago by MavisE
5.0 out of 5 stars
A mime is a terrible thing to waste
I'm pretty sure this book is the only one of it's kind. Doug continually keeps you entertained with every page. It's a fun coffee table book.
Published 2 months ago by There, they're, their...
4.0 out of 5 stars
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I thought this book was funny! The photos were cute!!! Thank you for this book!!!
I will keep it in my library so whenever I need a good laugh I can go back though the photos... Read more
I will keep it in my library so whenever I need a good laugh I can go back though the photos... Read more
Published 3 months ago by AngelSpellbound
