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Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions
My Fortysomething Years in Hollywood
Book • 2024
In 'Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions,' Ed Zwick provides a candid and humorous look at his extensive career in the film and television industry.
The book covers his work on notable projects such as 'Glory,' 'Blood Diamond,' 'The Last Samurai,' and the TV series 'thirtysomething' and 'My So-Called Life.
' Zwick shares stories about his collaborations with stars like Denzel Washington, Tom Cruise, and Leonardo DiCaprio, as well as the challenges and lessons learned from both his successes and failures.
The memoir also includes advice for young filmmakers and insights into the creative process and the behind-the-scenes dynamics of Hollywood.
The book covers his work on notable projects such as 'Glory,' 'Blood Diamond,' 'The Last Samurai,' and the TV series 'thirtysomething' and 'My So-Called Life.
' Zwick shares stories about his collaborations with stars like Denzel Washington, Tom Cruise, and Leonardo DiCaprio, as well as the challenges and lessons learned from both his successes and failures.
The memoir also includes advice for young filmmakers and insights into the creative process and the behind-the-scenes dynamics of Hollywood.
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as a Hollywood memoir.


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as a memoir he just started listening to, served up to him by Audible and narrated by the author.

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to reference Ed Zwick's book, where he speaks positively about Denzel Washington.


Richard Osman

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, who highlighted that Ed Zwick's chapter on Shakespeare in Love is worth reading.


Richard Osman

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in the podcast introduction, referencing the author's work.

Jason Branagan

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as a Hollywood memoir that names names.


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as a book where Ed Zwick breaks down the full story of Shakespeare in Love.

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