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Biják: How to make a big movie
A funny and moving novel from the world of cinema directed by Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks
Opening scene: The year is 1947. An unexpected visit from Uncle Bob, a former Marine, leaves a strong impression on five-year-old Robby. Cut: 1970. Robby becomes an underground comic book creator. A reunion with his uncle inspires his new work. Cut: Present. A successful director discovers a 1970s hippie comic book and starts making an action blockbuster based on it. On the set, there's an arrogant lead, a beautiful superheroine and a bevy of other characters - from actors to film crew members. The camera's rolling... Action!
Author Tom Hanks
Tom Hanks has been acting for a living since 1977. He first appeared on television in 1980 in the ABC series Bosom Buddies, and on screen in a leading role in 1984 in the film Zbluňk!. He premiered on Broadway in Nora Ephron's play Lucky Guy. He is the recipient of several Golden Globe Awards and two Academy Awards for his leading role in Philadelphia and Forrest Gump. He has produced numerous films, documentaries and television series. He has written several scripts for film and television. His short story collection Neobvyklý typ (Domino) was published in 2018 and his novel Biják in 2024: How to make a great film (Motto).
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