Todd McEwen
Cary Grant's Suit: Nine Movies That Made Me the Wreck I Am Today
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A hilarious and morose invocation of a lost world. This memoir is written by Todd McEwen, who grew up in Southern California and was obsessed with movies. He would get up early to watch Laurel and Hardy and make his father project 8mm cartoons onto the family's dining room curtains. His philosophy of life was based on Captain Nemo, and he has watched Chinatown over sixty times.
Format: Hardback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2023
Publisher: Notting Hill Editions
A Hilarious and Morose Invocation of a Lost World
Anyone who has ever been captivated by the magic of movies will find immense delight in this irrepressibly digressive, surprise-filled, and exquisitely written memoir. I, for one, thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it.
Phillip Lopate delves into the captivating story of Todd McEwen, a young man who grew up in Southern California, deeply influenced by the movies. Despite his lack of connections to Hollywood, which was just thirteen miles away, Todd's passion for cinema was unwavering. His love for movies knew no bounds, as he would eagerly rise at the unearthly hour of 4.30 a.m. to catch the iconic Laurel and Hardy routines. He even ingeniously transformed his family's dining room curtains into a makeshift movie screen, replicating the magic of a real cinema experience. Todd's admiration for movies extended beyond mere entertainment; he imbibed a philosophy of life inspired by the legendary Captain Nemo and had watched the classic film Chinatown an astonishing sixty times, with no signs of slowing down.
Through his memoir, Todd McEwen invites readers to embark on a journey through his cinematic world, filled with laughter, nostalgia, and a profound appreciation for the power of storytelling. His unwavering devotion to the movies shines through, reminding us of the profound impact that these visual wonders can have on our lives. Whether you are a movie enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates the magic of storytelling, this memoir is a must-read that will leave you entertained, inspired, and forever grateful for the art of cinema.
Weight: 210g
Dimension: 120 x 191 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912559404
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