Wake Me When It's Funny: How to Break into Show Business and Stay There
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Book Overview
This memoir and show-business primer from one of film and TV's most successful writer-producer-director-actors (Pretty Woman, Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, Mork & Mindy, Murphy Brown) gives sound... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1558505261
ISBN13:9781558505261
Release Date:January 1995
Publisher:Adams Media Corporation
Length:304 Pages
Weight:1.40 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 6.3" x 9.3"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Up there with "Harpo Speaks" for all-time feel-good bios!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
This book is a joy! Garry Marshall is a fine writer of jokes for stand-up comedians of yore, sitcoms & , apparently, of full-length show biz autobiographies. He discusses his life in an extremely entertaining way. His asides - about moviemaking, camerawork & tips on the directing/producing process - are enjoyable for everyone, not just aspiring filmmakers. There are (truly) laugh out loud sections as well (Two Words: Kathi Wathi)...this is a man who seems to live his life with passion & decency & drive, ALWAYS with the added bonus of humor. Yes, he dishes the "dirt" about his celeb peers, but in a completely non-malicious way. Best of all, here's a man who accomplishes much but doesn't take himself too seriously. Good-humored, good-hearted, crisply written & hilarious. Can't recommend this book highly enough!
I Want A Sequel
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
A most amazing book about a most amazing man. Follow Mr. Marshall's assertive and generally hilarious approach to breaking into the world of comedy writing - and beyond. The book is a bit of a family affair (forward by sister Penny Marshall, and co-authored by daughter, Lori) chronicling his often hysterical trek from an allergy-laden childhood to the life of a very successful actor, writer, producer, and director. I've had the unique pleasure of meeting this man in person, and he truly is as determined, grounded and compassionate a man as this book reflects...all with that sparkling sense of humor!
A fine person
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I used to think I was in love with Garry Marshall because of his films and sitcoms, but now it's because he's truly a fine person. Read the book and I think you'll agree. If you're a screenwriter thinking about writing for sitcoms, this should be required reading. I'm more of a spec writer, so I just enjoyed the stories and laughs. This is a story of one of the most successful people in Hollywood and more importantly, a good father, brother, son, and grandfather.
No Sleeping Allowed
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
No need to be woken ... it IS funny. Garry the master of comedy. If your starting in "Show-Biz" it's a must read.
Garry Marshall is a comedy genius and his book proves it!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
This book is a must for Garry's fans. It's funny and heartfelt. The forward, written by sister Penny, is hilarious. This book lets us all into the heart of one of America's funniest men. I have read this book half a dozen times and am looking forward to reading it again. If you love Garry, you'll love this book.
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