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There And Back Again: An Actor's Tale
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher
St Martins Pr
Publication date
October 1, 2004
Binding
CD/Spoken Word
Edition
Abridged
Book category
Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9781593975364
ISBN-10
1593975368
Dimensions
0.50 by 5.25 by 5.50 in.
Weight
0.30 lbs.
Availability§
Out of Print
Original list price
$24.95
Other format details
audio
§As reported by publisher
Summaries and Reviews
Summary
The son of Patty Duke and John Astin, Sean shares his thoughts on his early days as a Hollywood child, as well as how he got the role of a lifetime in The lord of the rings. He presents a look behind the scenes during the making of the blockbuster trilogy.
Amazon.com description: Product Description:
The fascinating memoir of a Hollywood life and an inside look at a life-changing role and the groundbreaking film trilogy that captured the imagination of movie fans everywhere
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most successful film franchises in cinematic history. Breaking box office records worldwide, capturing numerous Academy Awards, the trilogy is a breathtaking cinematic achievement and beloved by fans everywhere.
For Sean Astin, the call from his agent about the role of Samwise Gamgee couldnât have come at a better time. His career was at a low point and choice roles were hard to come by. But his 18-month experience in New Zealand with director Peter Jackson and the cast and crew of The Lord of the Rings films would be more than simply a dream-come-trueâit would prove to be the challenge of a lifetime.
Though much has been written about the making of the films, the real story of what took place on the set, the harrowing ordeals of the actors and the unspoken controversy and backstage dealings have never been told. More than a companion guide to the Rings films, There and Back Again is filled with stories from the set and of the actors involved that have never before been revealedâan eye-opening look at the blood, sweat, and tears that went into the making of one of the most ambitious films of all time.
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most successful film franchises in cinematic history. Breaking box office records worldwide, capturing numerous Academy Awards, the trilogy is a breathtaking cinematic achievement and beloved by fans everywhere.
For Sean Astin, the call from his agent about the role of Samwise Gamgee couldnât have come at a better time. His career was at a low point and choice roles were hard to come by. But his 18-month experience in New Zealand with director Peter Jackson and the cast and crew of The Lord of the Rings films would be more than simply a dream-come-trueâit would prove to be the challenge of a lifetime.
Though much has been written about the making of the films, the real story of what took place on the set, the harrowing ordeals of the actors and the unspoken controversy and backstage dealings have never been told. More than a companion guide to the Rings films, There and Back Again is filled with stories from the set and of the actors involved that have never before been revealedâan eye-opening look at the blood, sweat, and tears that went into the making of one of the most ambitious films of all time.
Editions
Hardcover
from St Martins Pr (October 1, 2004)
9780312331467 | details & prices | 308 pages | 6.75 × 9.75 × 1.50 in. | 1.35 lbs | List price $24.95
About: The personal story of the actor known for his performances in 'The Lord of the Rings' films describes his relationships with mother Patty Duke and father John Astin, his childhood acting roles, and his experiences with fellow performers.
About: The personal story of the actor known for his performances in 'The Lord of the Rings' films describes his relationships with mother Patty Duke and father John Astin, his childhood acting roles, and his experiences with fellow performers.
Paperback
from Ebury Pr (February 7, 2011)
9780753539262 | details & prices | 368 pages | List price $16.90
Reprint edition from Griffin (October 1, 2005)
9780312331474 | details & prices | 308 pages | 6.00 × 9.25 × 1.00 in. | 0.84 lbs | List price $14.95
About: The personal story of the actor known for his performances in 'The Lord of the Rings' films describes his relationships with mother Patty Duke and father John Astin, his childhood acting roles, and his experiences with fellow performers.
About: The personal story of the actor known for his performances in 'The Lord of the Rings' films describes his relationships with mother Patty Duke and father John Astin, his childhood acting roles, and his experiences with fellow performers.
CD/Spoken Word
The price comparison is for this edition
Abridged edition from St Martins Pr (October 1, 2004)
9781593975364 | details & prices | 5.25 × 5.50 × 0.50 in. | 0.30 lbs | List price $24.95
About: The son of Patty Duke and John Astin, Sean shares his thoughts on his early days as a Hollywood child, as well as how he got the role of a lifetime in The lord of the rings.
About: The son of Patty Duke and John Astin, Sean shares his thoughts on his early days as a Hollywood child, as well as how he got the role of a lifetime in The lord of the rings.
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