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Hollywood Genres: Formulas, Filmmaking and the Studio System
by Thomas SchatzHollywood Genres is divided into two parts. Part I is primarily theoretical, concerned in general terms with the essential characteristics and the cultural role of genre filmmaking. This section does not examine any individual genres or genre films, but looks at the very concept of what might be termed "genre-ness". Part II is composed of six chapters, each of which examines a dominant Hollywood genre: the Western, gangster, hardboiled detective, screwball comedy, musical, and family melodrama.
Hollywood Unions
by Barbara Hall Helen Warner Miranda J. Banks Paul Monticone Maya Montañez Smukler Adrienne L. McLean Luci Marzola Katie Bird Kate Fortmueller Dawn Fratini Erin HillHollywood Unions is a unique collection that tells the stories of the unions and guilds that have organized motion picture and television labor: IATSE, the DGA, SAG-AFTRA, and the WGA. The Hollywood unions represent a wide swath of the workers making media: from directors and stars to grips and makeup artists. People today know some of these organizations from their glitzy annual awards celebrations, but the unions’ actual importance is in bargaining with the Association of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) on behalf of 331,000 workers in the motion picture and television industry. The Hollywood unions are not neutral institutions but rather have long histories of jurisdictional battles, competitions with rival unions, and industry-altering strikes. They have supported the industry’s workers through the Great Depression, World War II, the McCarthy era, the collapse of the studio system, the rise of television, runaway production, fights for gender parity, the digital revolution, and a global pandemic. The history of these unions has contributed to making media work sustainable in the long term and helped shape the conditions and production cultures of Hollywood.
Hollywood Unknowns: A History of Extras, Bit Players, and Stand-Ins
by Anthony SlideExtras, bit players, and stand-ins have been a part of the film industry almost from its conception. On a personal and a professional level, their stories are told in Hollywood Unknowns, the first history devoted to extras from the silent era through the present. Hollywood Unknowns discusses the relationship of the extra to the star, the lowly position in which extras were held, the poor working conditions and wages, and the sexual exploitation of many of the hardworking women striving for a place in Hollywood society. Though mainly anonymous, many are identified by name and, for perhaps the first time, receive equal billing with the stars. And Hollywood Unknowns does not forget the bit players, stand-ins, and doubles, who work alongside the extras facing many of the same privations. Celebrity extras, silent stars who ended their days as extras, or members of various ethnic groups—all gain a deserved luster in acclaimed film writer Anthony Slide's prose. Chapters document the lives and work of extras from the 1890s to the present. Slide also treats such subjects as the Hollywood Studio Club, Central Casting, the extras in popular literature, and the efforts at unionization through the Screen Actors Guild from the 1930s onwards. Slide chronicles events such as John Barrymore's walking off set in the middle of the day so the extras could earn another day's wages, and Cecil B. DeMille's masterful organizing of casts of thousands in films such as Cleopatra. Through personal interviews, oral histories, and the use of newly available archival material, Slide reveals in Hollywood Unknowns the story of the men, women, and even animals that completed the scenes on the silver screen.
Hollywood Virgin: Breaking Into and Out of Show Business
by Jason FeltsHollywood Virgin is more than a tell-all memoir about the business of show business from the founder and CEO of Virgin's entertainment company—it's about hustle, risk-taking, sudden success, insider realizations, self-discovery, breakdowns, and walking away before you lose everything… alongside plenty of behind-the-screen shockers, celebrity stories, and yes, a bathrobe or two. Growing up in small-town Texas, Jason Felts dreamed of being in Hollywood. He made his way to California, started his own production company at 23, was named to Variety's “Top 10 to Watch” list, rubbed elbows with famous faces daily, and rose quickly to build and lead a multi-million dollar entertainment company for Virgin, one of the world's most respected brands—so why did he walk away at such a young age? Jason recounts how he diligently pursued opportunities in the entertainment industry, quickly working his way up from small-time, thankless jobs serving the most powerful, to becoming a key industry player himself, making incredible things happen behind the scenes that no one ever knew—until now. Join him as he spills never-told-before tea, sharing how he lost his Hollywood virginity by: Creating and producing the first show that put a Kardashian on TV Turning access into authentic relationships and partnerships with stars such as Jessica & Ashlee Simpson, will.i.am, Justin Berfield, among many others The origin story behind founding and running an award winning Virgin branded company—and having Sir Richard Branson as a mentor Pitching films and shows with names such Halle Berry, Courteney Cox, and Oliver Stone Being tapped as the youngest CEO (only after Branson himself) to ever run a Virgin company Coming out of the closet to take action publicly as a founding board member of the PULSE foundation in the aftermath of the Orlando nightclub shooting Planning and joining the Obama's on their first post-presidency vacation the day they left the White House, and taking the former President's life changing advice Alongside more misadventures, hijinks, hits and flops, and hiding from bad headlines… Hollywood Virgin is Jason's journey of discovering what happens when you achieve more than you imagined and find that the excess isn't enough. With no stone unturned, this raw and real insider look provides a peek behind the scenes of an industry very few really know. Jason elegantly removes the concealer off the powerful, fake, and dishonest power players at the same time he equally shines light on the authentic, selfless, or lesser known stories in Hollywood. For all those working hard towards fulfilling their dreams, learn and be inspired from his anything-but-straightforward career.
Hollywood and Broadcasting: From Radio to Cable (Illinois Studies Communication)
by Michele Hilmes"Michele Hilmes has produced an excellent introduction to a most important subject. This is an invaluable work for both scholars and students that places film, radio, and television within the context of the national culture experience." --- American Historical Review "Hilmes is one of the few historians of broadcasting to move beyond a political economy of the media. . . . Her work should serve as a model for future histories of broadcasting." --- Journal of Communication "All media historians will find this work a critical addition to their bookshelves." --- American Journalism "A major addition to media history literature." --- Journalism History
Hollywood and China in the Post-postclassical Era (Routledge Studies in Media and Cultural Industries)
by Lara HerringThis book examines the contemporary relationship between Hollywood and China as case studies that help to define a new era in Hollywood film industry, style, and economics, which is termed the ‘post‑postclassical’ period.Centred around a case study of Legendary Entertainment, the analysis shows how the studio adopted and adapted its global strategies in order to gain access to and favour within the Chinese film market, and how issues of censorship and financial performance affected the choices they made. Demonstrating Legendary’s identity as a ‘post‑postclassical’ studio and examining how this plays into its China‑strategy, this book explores how this particular case and the necessary analysis of wider political economic relations offer a periodisation of the contemporary Hollywood‑China relationship.This book will interest students and scholars of media and film studies, as well as academics whose research interests include global cinema, Hollywood, Chinese cinema, transnational cinema, and film industry studies.
Hollywood in India: Protecting Intellectual Property (A)
by Namrata Arora Lakshmi IyerIn January 2010, Fox Star Studios is preparing to release the Bollywood film My Name is Khan in Indian and international markets. What strategies should the company adopt to protect their intellectual property? How much should the company invest in anti-piracy initiatives? Should releases be restricted only to more secure digital screens? Should the company be concerned about the frequent comparisons of the movie with Forrest Gump, in light of several recent cases of Hollywood studios suing Bollywood producers for plagiarism?
Hollywood, Interrupted: Insanity Chic in Babylon -- The Case Against Celebrity
by Mark Ebner Andrew Breitbart"Reading Hollywood Interrupted is like sitting on a stakeout and having a telescopic view into the darkest reaches of the corruption and perversity of today's celebrity culture. From the very first page to the last, Breitbart and Ebner's probing reporting spells out in graphic detail how Hollywood lives by a set of norms the rest of America finds appropriately appalling--and endlessly fascinating. The authors have the unusual courage to take on Scientology. They provide revelations about Michael Jackson's sickness that go beyond even today's headlines. They rip the phony veneer off the political correctness of Rosie O'Donnell and Barbra Streisand. They give readers a behind-the-scenes understanding of how snooping private eyes and ruthless information brokers feed scoops to the tabloids. And, in one riveting chapter, they document how a young woman in the AOL backroom unmasked the bizarre fetishes of some of Tinseltown's top names. Hollywood. Interrupted no channel fluff. It's disturbing stuff. But it's all too real and it's utterly riveting."
Holt Economics
by Robert L. PenningtonHelping you develop critical thinking skills is an important tool of Holt Economics. Throughout Holt Economics, you are asked to think critically about the events and processes that shape your global, national and local economy. Critical thinking is the reasoned judgment of information and ideas.
Holt Economics (Texas Edition)
by Robert L. PenningtonThroughout Holt Economics, you are asked to think critically about the events and processes that shape your global, nation, and local economy. Critical thinking is the reasoned judgment of information and ideas.
Holt Lunsford Commercial
by Arthur I Segel John H. Vogel Jr.Holt Lunsford is debating how to grow his Dallas-based commercial real estate services firm and how to advise a long-time client who is wondering whether to lease or buy an industrial warehouse. Focuses on the highly competitive and increasingly institutionalized $50 billion real estate services industry, which encompasses property management, leasing, tenant representation, and other activities. What makes Lunsford's firm, The Holt Companies, special? Explores what corporate strategy Lunsford should choose for his firm, and what recommendation he should make to his client.
Holt Traditions, Warriner's Handbook: First Course
by John E. WarrinerThis book can be used as a complete grammar, usage, and mechanics textbook, and also as a reference guide when you work on any piece of writing. Whether you are writing a personal letter, a report for your social studies class, or some other piece of writing, you can use the Holt Handbook to answer your questions about grammar, usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
Holy Shift!: Moving Your Company Forward to the Future of Work
by Dan MichelsonHOLY SHIFT! Moving Your Company Forward to the Future of Work takes you on a fascinating journey to the heart of the single biggest and fastest shift in how we work and live in history. Readers and leaders at every level of an organization will discover stunningly practical ideas and actions that address the three big and thorny questions of our time: How did we get here, where do we go from here, and how do we get there?A visionary CEO with a track-record of building world-class company cultures, Dan Michelson combines a reflection of how we got to now with research on how companies are managing this moment to create a roadmap in the form of a strategic framework and pragmatic playbook. HOLY SHIFT! maps the three simple steps that you can take to create momentum to move your company forward to the future of work: STEP ONE: See the Shift – Understanding how we got to now helps us to determine where we should go from here. We&’re living through a truly stunning and historical change. In other words, shift has happened. STEP TWO: Shift Your Mindset – A shift in thinking is now needed to help you turn culture into a strategy for your company. It&’s time to pivot to an approach that truly brings people together. STEP THREE: Make Shift Happen – Here&’s your strategic framework and playbook to help people on your team feel like they are part of the CORE and connected to your company, culture, and their co-workers. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for leaders to lead. It&’s time to move forward. Welcome to HOLY SHIFT!
Home Builder's Guide to Continuous Improvement: Schedule, Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Cost, and Safety
by Jack B. ReVelle Derek N. MargettsPresenting well-known tools and techniques, the Home Builder's Guide to Continuous Improvement provides important insights and necessary information to reduce cycle time duration and variation in order to improve quality and customer satisfaction and to minimize costs and accidents. Each chapter offers examples based on the authors' personal experi
Home Business Tax Deductions
by Stephen FishmanKeep your hard-earned money in your home business! Completely updated for 2012 returns! Tax deductions are essential to any business, but even more so when your office is also your home. Don't spend thousands on an accountant -- turn to Home Business Tax Deductions and do it yourself! Organized into categories of commonly-used deductions, Home Business Tax Deductions will help you write off: - your home office - start-up and operating expenses - vehicles,meals, entertainment, and travel - health insurance and medical bills - inventory - equipment This edition of Home Business Tax Deductions is completely updated with all the latest tax information, eligibility requirements, and deductions for 2012 returns, including up-to-date information on how the latest laws could affect your home business.
Home Business Tax Deductions: Keep What You Earn
by Stephen FishmanPay less to the IRS Completely updated for 2016 returns! For any home business, claiming all the tax deductions you are entitled to is essential to your business financial success. Don't miss out on the many valuable deductions you can claim. Here, you'll find out how to deduct: start-up costs home office expenses (using new IRS rules) vehicles and travel expenses entertainment and meals medical expenses under Obamacare, and retirement expenses. You'll also learn how to keep accurate, thorough records in case the IRS ever comes calling. Easy to read and full of real-life examples, this book can help you take advantage of all the valuable deductions you are entitled to. Includes the top home business deductions--the most valuable ones and how to claim them.
Home Business Tax Deductions: Keep What You Earn
by Stephen FishmanPay less to the IRS Completely updated for 2017 returns! For any home business, claiming all the tax deductions you are entitled to is essential to your business financial success. Don't miss out on the many valuable deductions you can claim. Here, you'll find out how to deduct: start-up costs home office expenses (using new IRS rules) vehicles and travel expenses entertainment and meals medical expenses under Obamacare, and retirement expenses. You'll also learn how to keep accurate, thorough records in case the IRS ever comes calling. Easy to read and full of real-life examples, this book can help you take advantage of all the valuable deductions you are entitled to. Includes the top most valuable home business deductions and how to claim them.
Home Business Tax Deductions: Keep What You Earn
by Stephen FishmanUnderstanding tax deductions is an essential part of any home business—without the money saved by taking deductions, many home businesses couldn’t get started or operate profitably. Home Business Tax Deductions covers all you need to know about the new tax laws to make sure you that you are taking advantage of all the tax deductions to which you are entitled. Practical and organized by chapter into the most commonly used home business tax deductions, this book shows how to plan for and take advantage of the tax breaks available to home business owners. From home office expenses to start-up expenses to health care costs to travel, and meals, this book shows home business owners how to deduct their business-related expenses and pay less to the IRS.
Home Business Tax Deductions: Keep What You Earn
by Stephen FishmanAll you need to know about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to make sure you are taking advantage of all the deductions you are entitled to. For any home business, claiming all the tax deductions you are entitled to is essential to your business’s financial success. Don’t miss out on the many valuable deductions you can claim. Here, you’ll find out how to deduct: start-up costs home office expenses vehicles, meals, and travel expenses medical expenses under Obamacare, and retirement expenses. You’ll also learn how to keep accurate, thorough records in case the IRS ever comes calling. Easy to read and full of real-life examples, this book can help you take advantage of all the valuable deductions you are entitled to. This edition is completely updated to cover the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Home Business Tax Deductions: Keep What You Earn (5th edition)
by Stephen FishmanFishman, the author of Deduct It! Lower Your Small Business Taxes and other works, explains how owners of home-based businesses can take advantage of tax deductions such as office costs, health insurance, entertainment and meals, and startup and operating expenses. The revised second edition is updated with the most recent tax information and numbers. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Home Buying 101: From Mortgages and the MLS to Making the Offer and Moving In, Your Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home (Adams 101 Series)
by Jon GoreyLearn all the ins and outs of buying a home and give yourself an advantage in the real estate game with this essential house-buying guidebook.Buying a first home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Will you qualify for a mortgage? Is your dream home achievable? How do you make sure your offer will beat others? Don&’t worry—now you can arm yourself with the information you need to know before you begin the hunt! In Home Buying 101, you will learn all the skills you need to find the right house at the right price, with financing that fits your budget. Full of nuts-and-bolts advice and organized in an easy-to-read format, this book will teach you all the basics of: -Deciding the right time to buy -Getting your finances in order -Choosing a realtor—or going solo -Assessing neighborhood/comps -Deciphering the MLS/reading the listings for clues -Buyers&’ vs. sellers&’ markets -Types of mortgage loans -Property insurance -Making a smart offer With the help of this guide, you&’ll learn how to find the house of your dreams at a price you can afford!
Home Buying Kit For Dummies
by Eric Tyson Ray BrownAmerica's #1 bestselling home buying guide Are you looking to buy a house, but don't quite know where to begin? Have no fear! This new edition of Home Buying Kit For Dummies arms you with Eric Tyson and Ray Brown's time-tested advice and strategies for buying a home in current market conditions. Packed with valuable tips for getting the best deal on your new home and navigating an ever-changing housing market, it shows you how to find the right property, make smart financial decisions, and understand the latest lending requirements and tax implications. Thanks to looser lending standards, lower down payment mortgages, and a wider selection of homes to choose from, first-time homebuyers are making a comeback in the housing market. But if you don't know a Colonial from a counter offer, the process of buying a home can be daunting. Luckily, this bestselling guide is here to take the confusion out of the process! In plain English, it provides step-by-step guidance for buying the home of your dreams, from inspecting a property to evaluating a location to making sense of loan applications, tax documents, and counter offer forms. Negotiate your best deal and obtain a lower down payment mortgage Improve your credit score Make sense of changing lending standards Take the confusion out of lending laws, mortgage rates, and marketplace conditions Whether you're a renter, investor, or current homeowner, everything you need to plant roots in a new home sweet home is just a page away.