Silver Screen Fiend: Learning About Life from an Addiction to Film | 
pickYet another book about movies, but in an oblique way. This is a short memoir by Patton Oswalt, about his early years doing stand-up and his move to Los Angeles. He became a film buff and spent a lot of time at a local theater watching classic movies. At the same time he was fine tuning his stand-up approach. It‘s quite an insightful book and includes a listing of all the films he saw over 4 years. Movie fans would enjoy it.
#bookreport for this week. Fingerpost was a big fat DNF, which leaves me with four finished books.
Hoping to finish Cake this weekend. And though I‘ve just started the other two, they‘re both short enough to finish this weekend too.
Happy reading all you cool cats and littens!
so-soA very interesting addiction comedian memoir mix, and I‘ll admit, my knowledge of classic films is such that some of his passions went over my head. But the addiction issues & discussions about the comedian business were very interesting.... but sadly, Very sadly, for me at least, some parts were overshadowed by parts that mentioned Louis CK, which because of what I know now were cringeworthy, and parts that mentioned his late wife, were just sad
pickI like Patton, and this relatively short book lets his wit, introspection, and humor shine. It's mostly a biography built around the framework of his movie obsession. I never got bored and laughed out loud more than a few times.
pickNeeded some humor to get thru this stressful month, so I turned to Patton who really cracked me up with this amusing memoir of sorts. He's definitely a recovering cult film and B-movie addict and I swear I sat in the same LA cinemas where he was back in the 90's watching some of these bizarre films. Nice to know I'm not the only fan of The Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! 😆🍅
When Sherman Torgan, owner of the New Beverly Cinema and pusher of Patton Oswalt‘s drug of choice, film, passed away, Patton chose to honor him by coming up with a month of cinematic programming made up of imaginary movies to be played in that big theatre in the sky.
He compares his imaginary cinema to Dream‘s imaginary library in Sandman, which makes me love Oswalt even more than I already did. Which was a lot.
pickHoly cuss did I love this book.
An incredibly detailed account of the 4 years (1995-1999) that Patton Oswalt blew off friends, relationships, and work because of his addiction to cinema, seeing 3 to 5 (to 9 sometimes) movies a week in a theater.
He writes about film and fandom and comedy and perfectly narrates his writing on audio.
I connected with this one in my soul. All the love. All the stars.
Was v. excited to see today's #Audible #DailyDeal. Since I started listening to audiobook memoirs, I find I rarely want to read them in any other format. Are there any genres you prefer in audio? Any you like reading, but tend to avoid listening to?
There Might Be Cupcakes Podcast: Episode 6: Let's Go to the Movies
http://www.theremightbecupcakes.com/episode-6-the-movies/
In which Carla explores all things book-to-movie, including that dorky audio fan letter about this subject she sent to Patton Oswalt, and her unusual behavior in movie theaters as a child (hint: it isn't what you think). Plus: a related top-ten list, because lists are awesome.
pickWanted to do something different to celebrate a memoir I actually liked for a change (granted it caters pretty heavily to my taste regarding film fandom and the west-coast alternative comedy scene). So, rather than post another boring ebook screencap, I'm commemorating a momentous occasion in my own addiction to film: the 200th title of my personal Criterion Collection.
#maybookflowers day 18 - #hollywood
I forget I haven't finished this book yet. Interesting subject and a good writer; just a testament to how much of a wall the #memoir format itself is for me.
pickI love Patton Oswalt and this book is like a love story with movies and I really enjoyed it!
pickThis is contractual obligation kinda stuff, but he's engaging enough that it doesn't really matter. A little gossipy but mostly kind rather than cruel. This was a perfect read for relaxing around the pool. Inconsequential fluff.
Two services down in two different towns and now time for some sleep before services tomorrow. Since I have a bunch of energy, I am diving back into this. Not my favorite, but still fun in places.
Merry Christmas Littens! Happy Holidays! Happy Chanukah! Enjoy your day no matter how you say it!
pickGreat memoir by Patton Oswalt. The use of Van Gogh's Night Cafe, the commentary on movies, the glimpse into a life that almost became enveloped by a hobby - all just fascinating and understandable to people who geek out on anything. Your geek may not be movies, but if you've ever let it take over your life just a bit too much, you will get this. Review continued in comments. #reallifeperson #octphotochallenge
Comedy memoirs and books have become my favorite palate cleanser between heavier fare. This stack is my signed collection, and all are a lot of fun! What others do people recommend?
Watching a smattering of classic and cult films is a personal summer goal of mine. Oswalt is a comic I enjoy immensely making this (hopefully) a fun jumping off point
