Wow! I’m INSPIRED! I'm eager to read ALL of these books! I love what each person said about their recommendation. Each point made IS important—YES to figuring out what your taste is! YES to failing fast and often, to learn what does and doesn’t work! Particularly love Jen Harrington’s remarks about what film school got her--I like that she’s frank about it--and I love what Ellis said about excellence and how to get there. THANK YOU, ED, for including me in this great exploration of good books and wise observations.
This is amazing! I’d recommend A Complicated Passion by Carrie Rickey about the life and career of Agnes Varda. So many incredible insights from one of the most underrated directors.
Awesome, how does one get included on the list?
Thanks Andrew, consider yourself included!
There's a complex blood ritual. I am not certain I'll ever recover.
Wow! I’m INSPIRED! I'm eager to read ALL of these books! I love what each person said about their recommendation. Each point made IS important—YES to figuring out what your taste is! YES to failing fast and often, to learn what does and doesn’t work! Particularly love Jen Harrington’s remarks about what film school got her--I like that she’s frank about it--and I love what Ellis said about excellence and how to get there. THANK YOU, ED, for including me in this great exploration of good books and wise observations.
I would love to get on this list next time!
Consider it done 🫡
Honored!
For those actively involved in this madness (and others, of course)
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This is amazing! I’d recommend A Complicated Passion by Carrie Rickey about the life and career of Agnes Varda. So many incredible insights from one of the most underrated directors.
Thanks Adam - great recommendation.
Brilliant list, Ed. Great work - and thanks for including me!
Thanks Cole, was an honour!