George Clooney: An Actor Looking for a Role

Nonfiction, Entertainment, Performing Arts, Film, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Cultural Studies, Popular Culture
Cover of the book George Clooney: An Actor Looking for a Role by Mark Browning, ABC-CLIO
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Mark Browning ISBN: 9780313396229
Publisher: ABC-CLIO Publication: July 19, 2012
Imprint: Praeger Language: English
Author: Mark Browning
ISBN: 9780313396229
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Publication: July 19, 2012
Imprint: Praeger
Language: English

It can be said that George Clooney has crafted his artistic brand through a mixture of smart career choices of roles, carefully nuanced performances, and key relationships with directors. He is not just an accomplished actor but a major Hollywood player, serving as director, producer, and writer on many projects. His work garners critical acclaim, and his influence and creative input have been the main reason why some of his films exist at all. This fascinating book analyzes the impressive career trajectory of one of the industry's most powerful figures today.

George Clooney: An Actor Looking for a Role is the first book to examine the full range of Clooney's career. Arranged by genre, sections include early television work, romantic comedies, action films, heist movies, political thrillers, and films that blend a number of different genres. Clooney's contributions have not only resulted in three Oscar acting nominations and one win, but his work continues to challenge the conventions of the traditional form and expands the definition of key genres.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

It can be said that George Clooney has crafted his artistic brand through a mixture of smart career choices of roles, carefully nuanced performances, and key relationships with directors. He is not just an accomplished actor but a major Hollywood player, serving as director, producer, and writer on many projects. His work garners critical acclaim, and his influence and creative input have been the main reason why some of his films exist at all. This fascinating book analyzes the impressive career trajectory of one of the industry's most powerful figures today.

George Clooney: An Actor Looking for a Role is the first book to examine the full range of Clooney's career. Arranged by genre, sections include early television work, romantic comedies, action films, heist movies, political thrillers, and films that blend a number of different genres. Clooney's contributions have not only resulted in three Oscar acting nominations and one win, but his work continues to challenge the conventions of the traditional form and expands the definition of key genres.

More books from ABC-CLIO

Cover of the book The Greatest Criminal Cases: Changing the Course of American Law by Mark Browning
Cover of the book The Historian's Scarlet Letter: Reading Nathaniel Hawthorne's Masterpiece as Social and Cultural History by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Engaging Community Through Storytelling: Library and Community Programming by Mark Browning
Cover of the book American Slavery: A Historical Exploration of Literature by Mark Browning
Cover of the book "White" Washing American Education: The New Culture Wars in Ethnic Studies [2 volumes] by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Black Women as Leaders: Challenging and Transforming Society by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Natural Resource Conflicts: From Blood Diamonds to Rainforest Destruction [2 volumes] by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Bound for the Future: Child Heroes of the Underground Railroad by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Nation Shapes: The Story Behind the World's Borders by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Tapping the Wisdom That Surrounds You: Mentorship and Women by Mark Browning
Cover of the book The Sea in World History: Exploration, Travel, and Trade [2 volumes] by Mark Browning
Cover of the book The Khmer Rouge: Ideology, Militarism, and the Revolution that Consumed a Generation by Mark Browning
Cover of the book William T. Sherman: A Biography by Mark Browning
Cover of the book Documents of American Indian Removal by Mark Browning
Cover of the book The History of Venezuela, 2nd Edition by Mark Browning
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy