Mark: There's nothing wrong with the book itself--I just thought it would deal more with acting per se, rather than the business of being an actor. If I were an actor I would find the info valuable. The price of the book was reasonable, they used minimal packaging (but enough to protect the book) and it arrived in plenty of time.
United States on Oct 29, 2022
Duncan Brown: This is a very interesting and different book on the technique of acting.
It has lots of tips and advice on what to do if you are an actor. It tells you on how to learn your lines from a script, what to do with your costume when you have finished wearing it, how to research your character when have got a part in a tv show or film.
The lists of tips and advice is endless in this pocket size book.
I RECOMMEND IT.
United Kingdom on Jun 15, 2021
alex james: The book isn't over whelming, you can tell its been very well thought out to grab your attention with as little words as possible. To cut all the BS out and tell you what you need to hear from a veteran actor. I've only recently started to get back into acting and wanting to peruse a career in it, while looking into the industry I've decided to buy several books to help me. This here has been my first read of many more to come.
I wouldn't say this is the best book for people just starting acting, however, its something you can come back to when you've delved into the world of acting and to keep you motivated
United Kingdom on Nov 15, 2019
Tony R: I've bought 5 or 6 copies of this one and given them to young actors. It's priceless information for any aspiring actor....and it's presented in a fun format that makes you feel like you've picked up the author's own private notebook (complete with highlightings, penciled notes and underlinings.)
A fantastic resource you'll turn back to over and over.
United States on Jan 30, 2016
K. Chubb: This book was a gift for my son who is just starting his career. He said it has some good information and is worth reading.
United States on Jan 20, 2016
Blue90: Das Buch, das in leicht verständlichem Englisch geschrieben ist, gibt auf ca. 125 Seiten einen kurzen, leicht verständlichen Überblick über das breite Feld des Schauspielers.
Innerhalb kürzester Zeit werden allerlei wichtige Dinge erklärt, die zusätzlich mit Zitaten von bekannten Leuten, Regisseuren & Schauspielern wie Michael Caine oder Maggie Smith untermalt werden. Zusätzlich gibt der Autor eigene Gedanken hinzu, beispielsweise:
"Never forget why you are lucky ... You have a dream. You have a passion."
Das Buch versucht dabei nicht, das Schauspiel neu zu erfinden - es bietet aber einen kurzen, kurzweiligen und schönen Überblick über das, was das "Schauspiel" so ausmacht, verbindet es gleichzeitig mit zahlreichen, interessanten Zitaten.
Ich habe das Buch in einem Zyklus gelesen und war nach ca. 45 Minuten durch. Die Schrift ist vergleichsweise groß, was das Lesen erleichtert - aber auch leicht den Eindruck erweckt, als wollte der Autor mit wenig Text viele Seiten füllen.
Geschenkt. Das Buch ist kurz - ja. Aber ich fand' es sehr interessant und habe es mit Genuß gelesen.
Eines sei aber gesagt:
Bitte erwarten Sie nicht,...
Germany on Mar 19, 2015
Ca55idy: I should probably caveat this review by saying I am not an actor. Nor ever have or am intending to be. So arguably I am not the intended audience - but equally I've read (and enjoyed) quite a few childrens books over the years so feel a precedent has been set.
Anyway, I'm a big fan of Any Nyman's. Good actor and by all acounts, the brains behind Derren Brown (and I don't mean that as a slight on Mr Brown...). So I was looking forward to reading some of his thoughts on acting and life in general. Overall I finished the book feeling slightly disappointed. This was probably as much to do with my expectations as I really enjoyed reading Andy's thoughts and tips - but I would have liked more. The book is thin and really just a collection of one-line quotes that could probably be condesned into a couple of pages of A4.
So I think if you set your expectations at the right level (think 20 minute conversation with Andy Nyman whereby he shouts a variety of advice at you) then I think you'll enjoy.
United Kingdom on Aug 21, 2013
Michael Rakosi: Great rules for life and for performing , the man hits it in on the head. Taking old and new "chestnuts", he puts it in a logical way that defies opposition. Great Buy, Michael
United States on Aug 18, 2013
Kindle Customer: An imperfect treatise. Sure, it gives you a few "rules" for being an actor, but certainly not much more than one man's own personal experience. I cannot, in all good conscience, recommend it. Charles Reap ReadAReap.Com
United States on Dec 21, 2012
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United Kingdom on Dec 20, 2022