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Lights, Camera, Action!: Making Movies and TV from the Inside Out (Hardcover)

by Lisa O'Brien (Author), Stephen MacEachern (Illustrator)
Key Phrases: casting office, master shot, script pages, Sherlock Holmes (more...)
4.8 out of 5 stars  (4 customer reviews)


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Grade 4-8-A breezy look at the filmmaking process using the conceit of a fictional motion picture and two teens who audition for and are cast in the production. The book focuses primarily on the acting end of the business: how to get an agent, preparing for an audition, creating a character once you've been cast, and what to expect during the shooting phase. In between, there is information about screenplay writing, special effects, and how a film is marketed. However, the story focuses on the actors, and descriptions are given in the context of telling the performers what to expect. A brief final section gives information on television and voice-over work. The author's straightforward presentation is obviously from the point of view of an insider. The book is designed for casual browsers, and there is enough variety in the page layout to keep reluctant readers interested. Serviceable cartoon drawings appear on every page. The text is broken up with "Director's Notes" and suggestions and practical activities for aspiring actors. Brief boxed interviews with actual people involved in filmmaking and "popcorn quiz" trivia questions are scattered throughout. "Screen Speak" glossaries of unfamiliar movie jargon, a note for stage parents, a list of resources, and a short index are included. This book would be most helpful for aspiring actors who want to be in pictures.
Tim Wadham, Dallas Public Library, TX
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Description

Lisa O'Brien has been the creator, writer and producer for many kids' TV shows, including a science series called Wonder Why?. She has taught highly regarded acting classes for young people, and she brings a wealth of experience to her lively and informative writing for kids. Lisa currently works for Disney in Los Angeles.



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Product Details
  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Hardcover: 64 pages
  • Publisher: Maple Tree Press (March 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1895688752
  • ISBN-13: 978-1895688757
  • Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.8 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,695,569 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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  • In-Print Editions: Hardcover  |  Paperback  |  School & Library Binding  |  All Editions