Hollywood: A Third Memoir

By Larry McMurtry

An Unfiltered Look at the Glitz, Grit, and Reality of Hollywood

The final installment in Larry McMurtry’s acclaimed memoir trilogy, offering a candid and witty reflection on his unpredictable journey through Hollywood.

Overview

In Hollywood: A Third Memoir, Larry McMurtry—Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and Oscar-winning screenwriter—pulls back the curtain on his decades-long relationship with the film industry. As both a novelist whose works have been adapted for the screen and a screenwriter in his own right, McMurtry shares his experiences with a mix of sharp insight and dry humor.

From his first taste of Hollywood success with Horseman, Pass By—which became the classic film Hud—to his Oscar-winning screenplay for Brokeback Mountain, McMurtry delivers an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment industry's highs and lows.

Key Highlights

• From Page to Screen: Insights into the adaptation process of works like Terms of Endearment and Lonesome Dove.
• Writing for Hollywood: The challenges and triumphs of collaborating on screenplays, including The Last Picture Show and Streets of Laredo.
• Hollywood Encounters: Personal anecdotes featuring Cybill Shepherd, Jennifer Garner, Paul Newman, and other industry legends.
• The Dream Factory Unmasked: A frank look at the unpredictable nature of Hollywood’s talent-spotting culture.

Critical Acclaim

"McMurtry is the master of the show-stopping anecdote." - O, The Oprah Magazine

Final Thoughts

Hollywood: A Third Memoir is a must-read for film lovers, aspiring writers, and fans of McMurtry’s literary genius. With humor and candor, McMurtry captures the essence of Hollywood—its allure, its absurdities, and its endless capacity for reinvention.

Product Details

• ISBN-13: 9781439159965
• ISBN-10: 1439159962
• Genre: Memoir / Film Industry / Screenwriting
• Format: Hardcover / Paperback / eBook