Originally arriving in Hollywood to pursue an acting career, James Bridges went on to write and direct such popular films as The Paper Chase, The China Syndrome and Urban Cowboy. This book tells the story of his life and career, helped by new interviews with friends and collaborators; it also offers a detailed analysis of each of Bridges' eight feature films, including his lesser-known cult classics September 30, 1955 and Mike's Murder.
Originally arriving in Hollywood to pursue an acting career, James Bridges went on to write and direct such popular films as The Paper Chase, The China Syndrome and Urban Cowboy. This book tells the story of his life and career, helped by new interviews with friends and collaborators; it also offers a detailed analysis of each of Bridges' eight feature films, including his lesser-known cult classics September 30, 1955 and Mike's Murder.
Peter Tonguette is a film critic, essayist and author. His work has appeared in such publications as Cineaste, CinemaEditor, and Senses of Cinema.
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Table of Contents Acknowledgments Preface 1. An Arkansan 2. Making Babies ... and Movies 3. Hart and Kingsfield, Bridges and Houseman: The Paper Chase 4. Going Home: September 30, 1955 5. Going Nuclear (and Commercial): The China Syndrome and Urban Cowboy
6. What Became of Jimmy J.: Mike's Murder 7. Perfecting Perfect 8. Bright Lights, Big City, Big Legacy Directorial Filmography Notes Bibliography Index
Table of Contents Acknowledgments Preface 1. An Arkansan 2. Making Babies ... and Movies 3. Hart and Kingsfield, Bridges and Houseman: The Paper Chase 4. Going Home: September 30, 1955 5. Going Nuclear (and Commercial): The China Syndrome and Urban Cowboy
6. What Became of Jimmy J.: Mike's Murder 7. Perfecting Perfect 8. Bright Lights, Big City, Big Legacy Directorial Filmography Notes Bibliography Index
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