Author: Harrison Cheung
Publisher: BenBella Books
ISBN: 1936661772
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
The darkest Batman is unmasked. During the London press junket for The Dark Knight in the summer of 2008, Christian Bale was infamously accused of assaulting his mother and sister at the five-star Dorchester Hotel. Six months later, a recording of Bale's rant on the set of Terminator Salvation was leaked, and the star's anger began to define him. But beyond his notorious temper, Bale, an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Fighter, is known for his ability to physically transform himself for roles in American Psycho, The Machinist, and as one of Hollywood's most revered and bankable characters—Batman. In Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman, Best Biography winner in the 2013 Indie Excellence Awards and finalist in the 2013 Indie Book Awards, a 2013 Indie Book Awards Finalist for Best Biography, Bale's former publicist and assistant Harrison Cheung—his real-life Alfred—shares an inside look into the little-known personal life of the intensely private and reclusive actor. In the first biography of the Batman star, Cheung, who lived and worked with Christian and his father for 10 years, shares firsthand accounts of the Bales' familial dysfunction, Christian's morbid fascinations and dark humor, and his extreme dedication to his craft. Aware that Bale hated his traditional publicity duties, Cheung launched an extensive Internet marketing campaign for the actor, built the first official actor website for him, and cultivated the Baleheads, an online fan community that was used to garner editorial coverage and ultimately help Bale secure the role of the Caped Crusader. Written with veteran Hollywood and entertainment reporter Nicola Pittam, Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman uncovers Bale's transformation from shy, English child actor to Internet sensation to Hollywood bad boy. *FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE U.S. AND CANADA ONLY*
Christian Bale
Author: Harrison Cheung
Publisher: BenBella Books
ISBN: 1936661772
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
The darkest Batman is unmasked. During the London press junket for The Dark Knight in the summer of 2008, Christian Bale was infamously accused of assaulting his mother and sister at the five-star Dorchester Hotel. Six months later, a recording of Bale's rant on the set of Terminator Salvation was leaked, and the star's anger began to define him. But beyond his notorious temper, Bale, an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Fighter, is known for his ability to physically transform himself for roles in American Psycho, The Machinist, and as one of Hollywood's most revered and bankable characters—Batman. In Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman, Best Biography winner in the 2013 Indie Excellence Awards and finalist in the 2013 Indie Book Awards, a 2013 Indie Book Awards Finalist for Best Biography, Bale's former publicist and assistant Harrison Cheung—his real-life Alfred—shares an inside look into the little-known personal life of the intensely private and reclusive actor. In the first biography of the Batman star, Cheung, who lived and worked with Christian and his father for 10 years, shares firsthand accounts of the Bales' familial dysfunction, Christian's morbid fascinations and dark humor, and his extreme dedication to his craft. Aware that Bale hated his traditional publicity duties, Cheung launched an extensive Internet marketing campaign for the actor, built the first official actor website for him, and cultivated the Baleheads, an online fan community that was used to garner editorial coverage and ultimately help Bale secure the role of the Caped Crusader. Written with veteran Hollywood and entertainment reporter Nicola Pittam, Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman uncovers Bale's transformation from shy, English child actor to Internet sensation to Hollywood bad boy. *FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE U.S. AND CANADA ONLY*
Publisher: BenBella Books
ISBN: 1936661772
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 305
Book Description
The darkest Batman is unmasked. During the London press junket for The Dark Knight in the summer of 2008, Christian Bale was infamously accused of assaulting his mother and sister at the five-star Dorchester Hotel. Six months later, a recording of Bale's rant on the set of Terminator Salvation was leaked, and the star's anger began to define him. But beyond his notorious temper, Bale, an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Fighter, is known for his ability to physically transform himself for roles in American Psycho, The Machinist, and as one of Hollywood's most revered and bankable characters—Batman. In Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman, Best Biography winner in the 2013 Indie Excellence Awards and finalist in the 2013 Indie Book Awards, a 2013 Indie Book Awards Finalist for Best Biography, Bale's former publicist and assistant Harrison Cheung—his real-life Alfred—shares an inside look into the little-known personal life of the intensely private and reclusive actor. In the first biography of the Batman star, Cheung, who lived and worked with Christian and his father for 10 years, shares firsthand accounts of the Bales' familial dysfunction, Christian's morbid fascinations and dark humor, and his extreme dedication to his craft. Aware that Bale hated his traditional publicity duties, Cheung launched an extensive Internet marketing campaign for the actor, built the first official actor website for him, and cultivated the Baleheads, an online fan community that was used to garner editorial coverage and ultimately help Bale secure the role of the Caped Crusader. Written with veteran Hollywood and entertainment reporter Nicola Pittam, Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman uncovers Bale's transformation from shy, English child actor to Internet sensation to Hollywood bad boy. *FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE U.S. AND CANADA ONLY*
Christian Bale: Beyond the Bat Signal
Author: ChatStick Team
Publisher: ChatStick Team
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
🌟 Discover the Legend Behind the Bat Signal 🦇 with "Christian Bale: Beyond the Bat Signal - The Comprehensive Biography of a Cinematic Chameleon and His Legendary Career" 🌠. Crafted by the insightful ChatStick Team, this ebook explores the captivating journey of Christian Bale, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a Hollywood icon. 🎬✨ Uncover the secrets of Bale's most iconic roles, his unmatched dedication to the craft, and the personal ethos that makes him a figure of intrigue and inspiration beyond the silver screen. 🌌🔍 This meticulously researched biography covers: 📖 The Early Years: Dive into Bale's background, formative experiences, and early steps in the film industry. 🎥 Rise to Fame: Chronicle his breakthrough moments, key roles, and the films that propelled him to stardom. 🌟 Iconic Roles and Performances: Analyze his most memorable characters and their impact on film and popular culture. 👤 Off-Screen Persona: Explore Bale's life outside the film set, including personal anecdotes and philanthropic efforts. 🎭 Legacy and Influence: Reflect on Bale's lasting impact on the film industry and his contributions to future generations of actors and filmmakers. Perfect for cinephiles, Bale enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the stories behind cinema's most compelling figures, this ebook is a treasure trove of insights, anecdotes, and an in-depth look at what truly makes Bale beyond extraordinary. 📚💫 Embrace the journey beyond the bat signal and discover the man, the myth, the legend - Christian Bale. 🌟💼
Publisher: ChatStick Team
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
🌟 Discover the Legend Behind the Bat Signal 🦇 with "Christian Bale: Beyond the Bat Signal - The Comprehensive Biography of a Cinematic Chameleon and His Legendary Career" 🌠. Crafted by the insightful ChatStick Team, this ebook explores the captivating journey of Christian Bale, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a Hollywood icon. 🎬✨ Uncover the secrets of Bale's most iconic roles, his unmatched dedication to the craft, and the personal ethos that makes him a figure of intrigue and inspiration beyond the silver screen. 🌌🔍 This meticulously researched biography covers: 📖 The Early Years: Dive into Bale's background, formative experiences, and early steps in the film industry. 🎥 Rise to Fame: Chronicle his breakthrough moments, key roles, and the films that propelled him to stardom. 🌟 Iconic Roles and Performances: Analyze his most memorable characters and their impact on film and popular culture. 👤 Off-Screen Persona: Explore Bale's life outside the film set, including personal anecdotes and philanthropic efforts. 🎭 Legacy and Influence: Reflect on Bale's lasting impact on the film industry and his contributions to future generations of actors and filmmakers. Perfect for cinephiles, Bale enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the stories behind cinema's most compelling figures, this ebook is a treasure trove of insights, anecdotes, and an in-depth look at what truly makes Bale beyond extraordinary. 📚💫 Embrace the journey beyond the bat signal and discover the man, the myth, the legend - Christian Bale. 🌟💼
Celebrity Biographies - The Amazing Life of Christian Bale - Famous Actors
Author: Matt Green
Publisher: Matt Green
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Ever wondered how Christian Bale rose to stardom? Born in Wales on January 30, 1974 to a commercial pilot father, David Charles Howard Bale and a mother, Jennifer “Jenny” James, who worked as circus clown and dancer, Christian had a bohemian introduction to the performance world. Throughout Bale’s childhood, the family traveled extensively to places like England, Portugal and the United States. He started his career as a child artist and his big sister was also a performer. Even his granddad functioned as a stunt duplicate for John Wayne on the 1962 movie Hatari. For more interesting facts you must read the biography. Grab Your biography book now!
Publisher: Matt Green
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Ever wondered how Christian Bale rose to stardom? Born in Wales on January 30, 1974 to a commercial pilot father, David Charles Howard Bale and a mother, Jennifer “Jenny” James, who worked as circus clown and dancer, Christian had a bohemian introduction to the performance world. Throughout Bale’s childhood, the family traveled extensively to places like England, Portugal and the United States. He started his career as a child artist and his big sister was also a performer. Even his granddad functioned as a stunt duplicate for John Wayne on the 1962 movie Hatari. For more interesting facts you must read the biography. Grab Your biography book now!
Celebrity Biographies - The Amazing Life Of Christian Bale and George Clooney - Famous Stars
Author: Matt Green
Publisher: Matt Green
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Ever wondered how Christian Bale and George Clooney rose to stardom? The Hollywood, currently can only boast of a few versatile male actors one of whom is the big name of Christian Charles Philip Bale beyond doubt. Born in Wales to a businessman father and a mother who worked as circus clown and dancer, Christian had a bohemian introduction to the performance world. A man of extremes, great intensities, and determination, his secret to success is he just doesn’t portray his characters on screen, he becomes them. The biography of George Clooney submitted by the author, narrates the interesting life history of an eminent person, whose dad was a renowned broadcaster, performer as well as anchor of a talk show nearby Cincinnati. No educational, he valued baseball, but was unsuccessful to carve a niche for himself in the Cincinnati Reds. He endeavored academia, and then transmission broadcasting, but shunned both. To his salvage originated Clooney's uncle and nephews, all performers, who gave him a trivial character in a horse-racing movie called And They’re Off'. Though the movie was never unconfined, but Clooney was bent towards performing arts. The ambitious actor flocked to Los Angeles, worked as a driver for his aunt for some time and then relocated in with an associated actor, flaunting for roles and learning acting. For more interesting facts you must read the biographies. Grab your biography books now!
Publisher: Matt Green
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Ever wondered how Christian Bale and George Clooney rose to stardom? The Hollywood, currently can only boast of a few versatile male actors one of whom is the big name of Christian Charles Philip Bale beyond doubt. Born in Wales to a businessman father and a mother who worked as circus clown and dancer, Christian had a bohemian introduction to the performance world. A man of extremes, great intensities, and determination, his secret to success is he just doesn’t portray his characters on screen, he becomes them. The biography of George Clooney submitted by the author, narrates the interesting life history of an eminent person, whose dad was a renowned broadcaster, performer as well as anchor of a talk show nearby Cincinnati. No educational, he valued baseball, but was unsuccessful to carve a niche for himself in the Cincinnati Reds. He endeavored academia, and then transmission broadcasting, but shunned both. To his salvage originated Clooney's uncle and nephews, all performers, who gave him a trivial character in a horse-racing movie called And They’re Off'. Though the movie was never unconfined, but Clooney was bent towards performing arts. The ambitious actor flocked to Los Angeles, worked as a driver for his aunt for some time and then relocated in with an associated actor, flaunting for roles and learning acting. For more interesting facts you must read the biographies. Grab your biography books now!
Flow Chart
Author: John Ashbery
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1480459097
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 343
Book Description
A quintessentially American epic poem that rewrites all the rules of epic poetry—starting with the one that says epic poetry can’t be about the writing of epic poetry itself The appearance of Flow Chart in 1991 marked the kickoff of a remarkably prolific period in John Ashbery’s long career, a decade during which he published seven all-new books of poetry as well as a collected series of lectures on poetic form and practice. So it comes as no surprise that this book-length poem—one of the longest ever written by an American poet—reads like a rocket launch: charged, propulsive, mesmerizing, a series of careful explosions that, together, create a radical forward motion. It’s been said that Flow Chart was written in response to a dare of sorts: Artist and friend Trevor Winkfield suggested that Ashbery write a poem of exactly one hundred pages, a challenge that Ashbery took up with plans to complete the poem in one hundred days. But the celebrated work that ultimately emerged from its squared-off origin story was one that the poet himself called “a continuum, a diary.” In six connected, constantly surprising movements of free verse—with the famous “sunflower” double sestina thrown in, just to reinforce the poem’s own multivarious logic—Ashbery’s poem maps a path through modern American consciousness with all its attendant noise, clamor, and signal: “Words, however, are not the culprit. They are at worst a placebo, / leading nowhere (though nowhere, it must be added, can sometimes be a cozy / place, preferable in many cases to somewhere).”
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1480459097
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 343
Book Description
A quintessentially American epic poem that rewrites all the rules of epic poetry—starting with the one that says epic poetry can’t be about the writing of epic poetry itself The appearance of Flow Chart in 1991 marked the kickoff of a remarkably prolific period in John Ashbery’s long career, a decade during which he published seven all-new books of poetry as well as a collected series of lectures on poetic form and practice. So it comes as no surprise that this book-length poem—one of the longest ever written by an American poet—reads like a rocket launch: charged, propulsive, mesmerizing, a series of careful explosions that, together, create a radical forward motion. It’s been said that Flow Chart was written in response to a dare of sorts: Artist and friend Trevor Winkfield suggested that Ashbery write a poem of exactly one hundred pages, a challenge that Ashbery took up with plans to complete the poem in one hundred days. But the celebrated work that ultimately emerged from its squared-off origin story was one that the poet himself called “a continuum, a diary.” In six connected, constantly surprising movements of free verse—with the famous “sunflower” double sestina thrown in, just to reinforce the poem’s own multivarious logic—Ashbery’s poem maps a path through modern American consciousness with all its attendant noise, clamor, and signal: “Words, however, are not the culprit. They are at worst a placebo, / leading nowhere (though nowhere, it must be added, can sometimes be a cozy / place, preferable in many cases to somewhere).”
American Psycho
Author: Bret Easton Ellis
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447277716
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A cult classic, adapted into a film starring Christian Bale. Is evil something you are? Or is it something you do? Patrick Bateman has it all: good looks, youth, charm, a job on Wall Street, reservations at every new restaurant in town and a line of girls around the block. He is also a psychopath. A man addicted to his superficial, perfect life, he pulls us into a dark underworld where the American Dream becomes a nightmare . . . With an introduction by Irvine Welsh, Bret Easton Ellis's American Psycho is one of the most controversial and talked-about novels of all time. A multi-million-copy bestseller hailed as a modern classic, it is a violent black comedy about the darkest side of human nature.
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN: 1447277716
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A cult classic, adapted into a film starring Christian Bale. Is evil something you are? Or is it something you do? Patrick Bateman has it all: good looks, youth, charm, a job on Wall Street, reservations at every new restaurant in town and a line of girls around the block. He is also a psychopath. A man addicted to his superficial, perfect life, he pulls us into a dark underworld where the American Dream becomes a nightmare . . . With an introduction by Irvine Welsh, Bret Easton Ellis's American Psycho is one of the most controversial and talked-about novels of all time. A multi-million-copy bestseller hailed as a modern classic, it is a violent black comedy about the darkest side of human nature.
Lunar Park
Author: Bret Easton Ellis
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0307264300
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the New York Times bestselling author of American Psycho and Less Than Zero comes a chilling tale that combines reality, memoir, and fantasy to create a fascinating portrait of this most controversial writer but also a deeply moving novel about love and loss, parents and children, and ultimately forgiveness. “John Cheever writes The Shining.” —Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly Bret Ellis, the narrator of Lunar Park, is the bestselling writer whose first novel Less Than Zero catapulted him to international stardom while he was still in college. In the years that followed he found himself adrift in a world of wealth, drugs, and fame, as well as dealing with the unexpected death of his abusive father. After a decade of decadence a chance for salvation arrives; the chance to reconnect with an actress he was once involved with, and their son. But almost immediately his new life is threatened by a freak sequence of events and a bizarre series of murders that all seem to connect to Ellis’s past. His attempts to save his new world from his own demons makes Lunar Park Ellis’s most suspenseful novel. Look for Bret Easton Ellis’s new novel, The Shards!
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0307264300
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From the New York Times bestselling author of American Psycho and Less Than Zero comes a chilling tale that combines reality, memoir, and fantasy to create a fascinating portrait of this most controversial writer but also a deeply moving novel about love and loss, parents and children, and ultimately forgiveness. “John Cheever writes The Shining.” —Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly Bret Ellis, the narrator of Lunar Park, is the bestselling writer whose first novel Less Than Zero catapulted him to international stardom while he was still in college. In the years that followed he found himself adrift in a world of wealth, drugs, and fame, as well as dealing with the unexpected death of his abusive father. After a decade of decadence a chance for salvation arrives; the chance to reconnect with an actress he was once involved with, and their son. But almost immediately his new life is threatened by a freak sequence of events and a bizarre series of murders that all seem to connect to Ellis’s past. His attempts to save his new world from his own demons makes Lunar Park Ellis’s most suspenseful novel. Look for Bret Easton Ellis’s new novel, The Shards!
The Art and Making of the Dark Knight Trilogy
Author: Jody Duncan Jesser
Publisher: ABRAMS
ISBN: 1613124147
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Behind the scenes—and the mask—of the great Batman film trilogy, including stunning illustrations. In 2005, director Christopher Nolan reimagined and forever redefined the Batman legend when he began his epic trilogy of films—Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises—starring Christian Bale as the Caped Crusader in a fresh, dynamic reboot of the franchise. All three films would go on to blockbuster success and critical acclaim—including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Heath Ledger’s unforgettable performance as Batman’s eternal nemesis, the Joker. The Art and Making of the Dark Knight Trilogy tells the complete story of these three monumental films. Based on in-depth interviews with Nolan and all of the films’ key cast and crew—including cowriters David S. Goyer and Jonathan Nolan, cinematographer Wally Pfister, and more—the book reveals the creative process behind the epic Dark Knight Trilogy, supported by lavish art and on and off-set photos. This is a fascinating glimpse into the minds that gave new life to one of the most beloved and renowned superheroes in history.
Publisher: ABRAMS
ISBN: 1613124147
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
Behind the scenes—and the mask—of the great Batman film trilogy, including stunning illustrations. In 2005, director Christopher Nolan reimagined and forever redefined the Batman legend when he began his epic trilogy of films—Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises—starring Christian Bale as the Caped Crusader in a fresh, dynamic reboot of the franchise. All three films would go on to blockbuster success and critical acclaim—including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Heath Ledger’s unforgettable performance as Batman’s eternal nemesis, the Joker. The Art and Making of the Dark Knight Trilogy tells the complete story of these three monumental films. Based on in-depth interviews with Nolan and all of the films’ key cast and crew—including cowriters David S. Goyer and Jonathan Nolan, cinematographer Wally Pfister, and more—the book reveals the creative process behind the epic Dark Knight Trilogy, supported by lavish art and on and off-set photos. This is a fascinating glimpse into the minds that gave new life to one of the most beloved and renowned superheroes in history.
100 Things Batman Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die
Author: Joseph McCabe
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1633199142
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
Most Batman fans have enjoyed the Dark Knight in comics or on the big screen and are eagerly anticipating the release of the new Justice League movie. But only real fans know the other characters who have donned the cowl in place of Bruce Wayne, or know the full origin stories of those who make up the rogues gallery. 100 Things Batman Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource for true fans, whether you're a comic book collector, an aficionado of Christopher Nolan's films, or both! Joseph McCabe of Nerdist.com has collected every essential piece of Dark Knight knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom. Contains exclusive interviews with Batman creators!
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1633199142
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 421
Book Description
Most Batman fans have enjoyed the Dark Knight in comics or on the big screen and are eagerly anticipating the release of the new Justice League movie. But only real fans know the other characters who have donned the cowl in place of Bruce Wayne, or know the full origin stories of those who make up the rogues gallery. 100 Things Batman Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource for true fans, whether you're a comic book collector, an aficionado of Christopher Nolan's films, or both! Joseph McCabe of Nerdist.com has collected every essential piece of Dark Knight knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom. Contains exclusive interviews with Batman creators!
SPIN
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
From the concert stage to the dressing room, from the recording studio to the digital realm, SPIN surveys the modern musical landscape and the culture around it with authoritative reporting, provocative interviews, and a discerning critical ear. With dynamic photography, bold graphic design, and informed irreverence, the pages of SPIN pulsate with the energy of today's most innovative sounds. Whether covering what's new or what's next, SPIN is your monthly VIP pass to all that rocks.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
From the concert stage to the dressing room, from the recording studio to the digital realm, SPIN surveys the modern musical landscape and the culture around it with authoritative reporting, provocative interviews, and a discerning critical ear. With dynamic photography, bold graphic design, and informed irreverence, the pages of SPIN pulsate with the energy of today's most innovative sounds. Whether covering what's new or what's next, SPIN is your monthly VIP pass to all that rocks.