02475cam a22003253u 4500 56570 UtSlPG 20260610134314.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Emerson, John, 1874-1956 Breaking into the movies Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-02-15 Produced by Suzanne Shell, Ernest Schaal, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Breaking into the Movies" by John Emerson and Anita Loos is a guidebook on entering the film industry written in the early 20th century. The work serves as an insightful exploration into the intricacies of securing a career in Hollywood, detailing various roles such as actors, directors, and writers while laying out the unique challenges and opportunities available in the burgeoning cinema industry. The authors discuss the paradoxical struggle between aspiring talent and the established industry, highlighting the ways in which newcomers can navigate these waters. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the overwhelming ambition of individuals seeking to break into movies, emphasizing a notable disconnect between aspiring filmmakers and the producers seeking new talent. Emerson and Loos illustrate the demand for fresh faces against a backdrop of a crowded industry that often favors established professionals. They stress the importance of understanding the variety of roles within the film sector and the necessity for newcomers to be informed and prepared, underscoring a detailed description of the initial steps required to begin a career in film. The introduction sets the stage for practical advice and insider knowledge that the readers can expect to gather throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Motion pictures Motion picture industry Loos, Anita, 1893-1981 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56570 97401 97401