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Development Girl
The Hollywood Virgin's Guide to Making It in the Movie Business
1999
First Published
3.13
Average Rating
224
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Read bestselling books for a living. Watch films for money. Go to see Broadway plays for work. Socialize at premiere parties for pay. I am a movie "development girl," and, believe it or not, this is my job description. Do you think my career sounds fabulous and fun? Well, you aren't alone—Countless people dream of a career in the movies. Development The Hollywood Virgin's Guide to Making It in the Movie Business is industry insider Hadley Davis' indispensable guide to making that dream a reality. Starting with a crash course on the ins and outs of the movie business (What really goes on in a production company? How does a project evolve from script to finished film?) and moving on to topics ranging from entry-level positions and interview tactics to sex and fashion, Hadley reveals how to become a film executive on the rise. Funny, honest, and full of juicy behind-the-scenes tales, Development Girl is essential reading for anyone who wants to make it in the movie business. Includes advice from Barry Josephson, Producer, Sonnenfeld/Josephson Ruth Vitale, Co-President, Paramount Classics Carla Hacken, Senior Vice President, Fox 2000 Jack Lechner, Senior Vice President, Miramax Films Other industry luminaries

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