Russell Crowe: The Biography - Couverture rigide

Howden, Martin

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 184454933X ISBN 13 : 9781844549337

Editeur : John Blake Publishing Ltd, 2010

Synopsis

One of Hollywood's hottest properties and the actor whose uncompromising reputation - both on and off the screen - has ensured he is constantly in the public eye, Russell Crowe has a fascinating personal and professional story. From early TV and stage work to career-defining roles in Ridley Scott's epic Gladiator and Nottingham movies, his drive, tenacity and talent have made him a favourite with directors and audiences alike. Much of Russell's early life was spent moving between his native New Zealand and Australia as his parents' film-set catering business gave him an insight in to acting and stoked his fascination of the movie industry. His first taste of fame came in a touring stage production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which was followed with parts in musicals such as Grease and Blood Brothers, before Russell was drawn to more challenging roles and to the screen in Australia, where he starred in his breakthrough film Romper Stomper. Romances with some of the most beautiful women in the world heightened his profile still further. But it is the highly acclaimed, demanding and character-driven roles in pictures such as LA Confidential, A Beautiful Mind and Gladiator for which Russell has established his reputation as a true professional. He has suffered concussions, cracked teeth, a dislocated shoulder and five months as a teetotaller, such is his dedication to his craft. From the action of Master and Commander, to thrillers The Insider and State of Play, and romantic comedies such as A Good Year, Russell is praised for his versatility and has been celebrated by peers at the Oscars, the Golden Globes and the BAFTA. Despite the awards and accolades, however, his love for the remote outback ranch he shares with his wife and young sons, for his band and the various sports teams ans charities he supports reveals Russell as an enigmatic and complex man. Journalist an celebrity biographer Martin Howden goes back to the times Russell Worked as a busker, bartender, fruit picker, bingo-number caller and insurance salesman befor hitting the big time, and explores the truth behind his reputation for having one of the most volatile temperaments in showbusiness.

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À propos de l'auteur

Martin Howden grew up in Aberdeen, Scotland, and moved to London in 2001 to study journalism at the London College of Printing. He has been interviewing celebrities and writing showbiz news and reviews for six years and is currently an editor at World Entertainment News Network Ltd. He currently lives in Notting Hill, where he spends most of his time haggling for bargins in independent music and film shops. He is the author of Danny Dyer - The Real Deal, Lily Allen: Living Dangerously and Blood Rivals: The Biographies of Twilight stars Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner, all published by John Blake Publishing.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: John Blake Publishing Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 184454933X
• ISBN 13: 9781844549337
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 301
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible