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Robin | Dave Itzkoff

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According to the author of this book, Robin was someone who thrived on making people laugh yet at the same time could be deeply insecure and was difficult to get to know on a one-on-one level. I enjoyed reading about all of his amazing films:Good Morning Vietnam, Dead Poets Society, Mrs. Doubtfire, Good Will Hunting, Aladdin. Reading about the last few months leaving up to the end of his life was heartbreaking and I hope he is finally at peace.

dabbe It was so hard to teach DEAD POETS SOCIETY after he died. What a human. 💜 5mo

bookaholic1 I can't believe they are making a new Mrs. Doubtfire, I think with Will Smith...why can't they leave classics be classics 5mo

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Julsmarshall

Robin | Dave Itzkoff

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Wow! This epic story captures all of the layered elements of Robin Williams‘ expansive talent, unique personality, and special heart and exceeded all expectations. The author spoke with Robin often over the years and many of his friends and family spoke with him to about their relationships with Robin and it brought so much life and understanding to the biography. Beautifully written, I highly recommend it for comedy fans. #Roll100 #BookspinBingo

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Alright, I only got 39% of the way into this book, and I couldn‘t do it anymore. I didn‘t like the narrator at all. Robin William‘s life choices were increasingly upsetting. I only knew of him through his dramatic/comedic movie roles like Jumanji, Mrs. Doubtfire, Aladdin, What Dreams May Come, etc. So hearing about his cocaine and alcohol use, excessive infidelity with his wife, and depraved stand-up routines was too much for me.

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Brooke_H

Robin | Dave Itzkoff

Stormy night=reading night ☔️📖

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TheRiehlDeal

Robin | Dave Itzkoff

1. Niagara Falls (Canadian side), Letchworth State Park, and Cedar Point amusement park.
2. Listening to music and coloring.
3. Tagged.
4. That I have a little peace and quiet for a few more days until my parents come back from vacation.

#WondrousWednesday

Eggs

Eggs Thanks for joining in 📚🖍🎶🤗 (edited) 3y

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TheRiehlDeal

Robin | Dave Itzkoff

1. I mainly read the blurb of the book to decide if I want to read/buy it.

2. This is probably my favorite autobiography I‘ve read (so far). If you do decide to listen to it on audio, I‘d recommend listening on one of the fastest speeds. The narrator almost sounds like Robin at times.

#Two4Tuesday

TheSpineView

TheSpineView Thanks for playing! 👍📖 3y

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rather_be_reading

Robin | Dave Itzkoff

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Some good info just wayyy tooo longggg

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CrowCAH

Dead Poets Society | N.H. Kleinbaum

#MoviesInMay

Oh captain my captain, #RobinWilliams!

Klou

Texreader Such movie love 3y

CrowCAH @Texreader agree; I‘ve seen it multiple times! 3y

Catherine_Willoughby Book has some different scenes from movie. 3y

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CrowCAH @Catherine_Willoughby oh you‘ve read this book? I would have thought it was a book written off of the movie, not the other way around. But it does seem quite a few movies are based on books. 3y

Klou I haven't seen this one yet. I do want to though. 3y

CrowCAH @Klou it‘s an inspirational story! 3y

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britt_brooke

Robin | Dave Itzkoff

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Robin Williams‘s iconic career spanned decades. His brand of comedy was so eccentric, causing an immediate standout from peers. He was a damned good actor, too. I had somehow completely forgotten about Dead Poets Society! Must rewatch soon. I‘m saddened by the suffering he endured toward the end of his life. Only he can truly understand. Whether you‘re a massive fan or not, this is a fascinating biography of a unique, challenging life.

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Scochrane26 I loved Dead Poets Society, it‘s so amazing. But, I never rewatch because I can‘t handle the end. 4y

MicheleinPhilly I loved Robin so much. This may seem weird to say but I had an aunt pass away from the disease he was diagnosed with so I can understand why he did what he did. It is a truly awful affliction. ❤️ 4y

britt_brooke @MicheleinPhilly I don‘t think that sounds weird at all. 💚 I can‘t imagine what it‘s like to experience such an awful disease. 4y

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britt_brooke @Scochrane26 😭 Good point. 4y

Scochrane26 @britt_brooke That doesn‘t mean I shouldn‘t watch it, I could just skip that scene. An inspiring movie. (edited) 4y

Cinfhen Another fabulous review!! #Stacked and he truly was a gem / every so often his kids pop up in the media and I think about how tragic the end of his life was/ must have been. 4y

britt_brooke @Cinfhen Thank you! 💚 4y

Sharpeipup It really was a great book & look into comedic genius! 4y

britt_brooke @Sharpeipup 💚 4y

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