Filmmaker Ed Zwick is not afraid to name names
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Ed Zwick's memoir, 'Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions,' provides a frank appraisal of Hollywood over the last 40 years. Zwick discusses his career as a filmmaker, including his work on films such as 'Glory' and 'Courage Under Fire.' He also co-created TV shows like 'thirtysomething' and 'My So-Called Life.' Zwick shares anecdotes about working with actors like Denzel Washington and Tom Cruise. The memoir includes lists of thoughts on assistant directors and tips from his mentor Sydney Pollack. Zwick also discusses his experiences with the film 'Shakespeare in Love' and the challenges of making films with weight and substance in the current Hollywood landscape.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/books/2024/02/06/ed-zwick-memoir/