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  • Best Seat in the House

  • An Assistant Director Behind the Scenes of Feature Films
  • By: David McGiffert
  • Narrated by: David Mcgiffert
  • Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins
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Best Seat in the House

By: David McGiffert
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Shooting a feature film is a fascinating and complex process. With his uniquely personal insight and experience, David McGiffert offers a captivating and entertaining view of moviemaking from the Best Seat in the House.

Drawing from over three decades as an assistant director, McGiffert charts a revealing and informative journey through the making of many major films working with noted directors such as Robert Zemeckis, Tim Burton, Cameron Crowe, Sydney Pollack, Milos Forman, Peter Weir, Steve Zaillian, Jon Avnet, and Terry Gilliam. This behind-the-scenes book is a must-listen for casual moviegoers and committed film lovers alike.
©2022 David McGiffert (P)2024 BearManor Media
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Delighted this is available as an audiobook!

Great listen! Love the Sydney Pollack stories! I only wish David McGiffert had told his story about working on Little Giants.

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