Paul Verhoeven is one of the most controversial directors in contemporary cinema. Born in the Netherlands on the eve of World War II, Paul Verhoeven's childhood was marked by the trauma of his country's occupation by the Nazi's. After studying mathematics, he yielded to hie true calling - the cinema. Since then his artistic output has cut through contemporary culture like a razor blade, producing such films as The Fourth Man, Robocop, Basic Instinct and Starship Troopers - works dealing with the struggle for survival in a hostile world, the drive for sex, man's inclination for evil, the quest for redemption and man's inability to find true happiness.
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Excellent overview of a director's career,
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Whether you're a Verhoeven fan, or just want to read an interesting account of a director's relationship with the film industry, this book will satisfy you. The author interviewed past Verhoven associates from the stars of his Dutch films to Michael Douglas, as well as longtime friends like cinematographer Jost Vacano (who has worked with Paul for 25 years). He also spoke at length with Verhoeven himself, getting some great quotes--not to mention insight--in the process. The translator has done an excellent job of making this book engaging and readable, unlike some biographies where the recitation of facts can get boring.The book covers Verhoeven's childhood, early student days, his time in the military making documentaries, and his entire film career in detail from his first major Dutch production through the making of Showgirls. For the length of the book (only 300 pages) there is A LOT covered. If you are hoping to learn more about this rather infamous director you will not be disappointed. Besides the biographical text, there are some black and white photos before and after each major section and a complete filmography (through Starship Troopers). The book also has an index that is actually useful in finding the info you need. I recommend this highly for anyone interested in Verhoeven--you might even find yourself surprised at how personable, intelligent, and funny he is.
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Everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask about the freaky Dutch filmmaker.
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