Bøger af Jason Norman

Throughout the new millennium, the number of women interested in amateur wrestling has skyrocketed. From grade school to college, girls and women have been strapping on their head guards and singlets to grapple with their dreams of success on the mat. However, the sport and its participants have not always had an easy time. This book documents the growth of female amateur wrestling in America, and the difficulties and victories it has faced, from removal from the 2013 Olympic Games, to missing the 2020 Games altogether due to Covid-19. The work chronicles the bravery of the women who have led the sport and sets out their performances in the 2021 Olympic Games. With 50 photographs, it also features interviews with the female wrestlers who continue to challenge an often-suppressed field, hoping eventually to leave their mark on the American sports world.

You've seen movies that transport you into outer space and shove you into the middle of martial arts battles. You've dodged bullets with John Wayne, fought off aliens with Sigourney Weaver, rocketed past planets with Carrie Fisher and Mark Hamill, soared with Christopher Reeve as Superman, and driven through walls with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Now, you want to become an action film actor, too . . . but how? The tough truth of the trade is finally revealed by author Jason Norman and those who learned how to put the "act" in "action." Discover the secrets of their work, from seeming to become the characters moviegoers love and hate to the unique trade tricks that only insiders have known-until now. Join your favorite stars from Star Wars, Terminator, Million Dollar Baby, Suicide Squad, Casino, Midnight Express, Death Wish, Towering Inferno, Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Karate Kid, and other action-packed movies that inspired you. Want to be the next Bruce Willis so you can yell something like "Yippee Ki Yay, motherf***er?" Take action. Illustrated with more than 140 photos. Index. About the author: Jason Norman's previous works include Welcome to Our Nightmares: Behind the Scene With Today's Horror Actors and Behind the Screams. He has won two Virginia Press Association awards. "I really enjoy your writing how you so eloquently can change my ramblings into a wonderful piece of work. It was a honor to read your words." -Stephanie Finochio "You really can write, be factual, and entertain all at the same time." -Patrick Reynolds "It is so beautifully written! I will be honored to have your book on my bookshelf someday." -Christian Pitre

The road from entertained to entertainer may seem longer than the yellow brick road to Oz, but finally the secret steps have been revealed. Go from behind a camera to in front of a camera by following such inspiring, award-winning coaches as Mike Starr, Kathryn Joosten, Will Sampson, Beata Pöniak, Richard Dreyfuss, Ernie Hudson, Irma Hall, James Gammon, Bill Erwin, Erick Avari, Lee Garlington, Lindsay Hollister, Richard Thomas, and Beverley Todd. From closed doors to klieg lights, move smoothly into the toughest business while you are still far from theaters and stages. Learn how to practice at home, sharpen your technique, and get your name before the public open. Casting directors will soon love your audition. Uncover the mystery of improvisation Master body doubling, voice work, and stunting Learn what to do before, during, and after auditions Study how favorite performers transform themselves into characters Acquire tips on preparing for rolesForeword by Mike Starr. Illustrated with over 100 photos. IndexAbout the author: Jason Norman is the author of Behind the Screams. He has won two Virginia Press Association awards and also is a college English professor.

Interviews with some of the greatest horror icons on Earth: Tim Curry, Neve Campbell, Heather Langenkamp and more.

Go behind the scenes of It, Child's Play, Trick 'r Treat, Escape from Tomorrow, Sick Girl, Da Sweet Blood of Jesus, Dark Night of the Scarecrow, and loads more.