Alan Partridge is our most remarkable broadcaster. From the giddy heights of his short-lived TV chat show to the crashing lows of six months in a travel tavern, he's done it all. This book tells the story of one of Britain's comic heroes.
Steve Coogan Libri
Stephen Coogan è un attore, comico, scrittore e produttore inglese, noto per il suo umorismo distintivo e la sua satira. Il suo lavoro si concentra principalmente sulla creazione di personaggi complessi, spesso contraddittori, che espongono le assurdità della vita moderna. Un segno distintivo della sua scrittura è la sua acuta osservazione delle tendenze sociali e della cultura dei media, offerta con quintessenza ironia britannica e arguzia secca. Coogan impiega magistralmente i suoi personaggi per esplorare temi di identità, aspirazione e fallimento.
The official script for the box-office smash movie, featuring every ruddy word (and stage direction) of Alan's seamless transformation from natural-born broadcaster into fully fledged and occasionally fully dressed hostage negotiator. Contains deleted scenes and an exclusive Foreword by Steve Coogan.
Easily distracted
- 368pagine
- 13 ore di lettura
The autobiography of a beloved British actor details his journey from a Manchester upbringing in the sixties as the fourth of seven children. Early on, his talent for impersonations shone through, but after several unsuccessful attempts to enter London drama schools, he found a place at the Manchester Polytechnic School of Theatre. His career took off in the 1980s as a comedian and impressionist, starting with voice work on the satirical puppet show Spitting Image. In 1992, he won the Perrier Award for his show, where he introduced his character Paul Calf. Collaborations with Chris Morris, Patrick Marber, and Armando Iannucci led to the creation of Alan Partridge, his most iconic character. This character starred in two TV series, a mockumentary, specials, and garnered seven BAFTA nominations before making a successful film debut with Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa. Beyond acting, he co-founded Baby Cow Productions in 2002, producing acclaimed shows like Marion and Geoff and Gavin and Stacey. His work on Philomena earned him an Oscar recognition. In this heartfelt and humorous memoir, he reflects on three decades in the entertainment industry, sharing the journey from Manchester to Norwich, complete with its ups and downs.
