Edward Burns Bücher

Brennpunkt Baltimore: Crack und Heroin überfluten die Straßen Amerikas. An der berüchtigten Ecke von West Fayette und Monroe Street wird sieben Tage die Woche, 24 Stunden am Tag auf offener Straße verkauft – der Drogenhandel ist der ökonomische Treibstoff einer sterbenden Nachbarschaft mitten in der Stadt. Durch die Augen einer zerbrochenen Familie – drogensüchtiger Eltern und ihres Sohns DeAndre McCullogh – zeigt uns “The Corner” die harte Realität der Drogenkultur und die ergreifenden Szenen von Hoffnung, Mitgefühl und Liebe, an einem Ort, den Amerika schon längst abgeschrieben hat. David Simon und Edward Burns, Autoren von “The Wire”, verbrachten ein Jahr mit den McCulloghs – ihre glänzende Reportage ist sowohl eine erschütternde Familiengeschichte als auch ein aufrüttelndes Porträt des amerikanischen “War on Drugs”. Die aus dem Buch entwickelte HBO-Miniserie „The Corner“ wurde mit drei Emmy-Awards ausgezeichnet.

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A powerful depiction of the American drug war by the creators of THE WIRE.

Acclaimed independent filmmaker Ed Burns shares the story of his remarkable career and offers a candid, instructive account of the ins-and-outs of making great movies without the backing of Hollywood.As the second of three children from a working-class Long Island family, Ed Burns thought a career in filmmaking was a pipe dream. When his first film, The Brothers McMullen, won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival, he proved himself to be one of the most distinctive and tenacious filmmakers of our time. Since then he has gone on to star in major Hollywood films while remaining dedicated to his true passion: making small films that he believes in. Sharing the lengths he's gone to in order to write, direct, cast, produce, shoot, and edit films on a shoestring budget, Burns uses stories from his life and career to illustrate what it takes to make it as an indie filmmaker. His extreme focus and drive prove that passion and hard work can pay off, and he urges students and aspiring filmmakers to embrace and learn from their failures—and continue to pursue their goals. A gripping, inspirational story about forging your own path, Independent Ed is a must-read for casual movie fans, serious film students, and any creative person searching for a bit of inspiration.

Offers insight into the Victorian scandal which raged at the end of the 19th century surrounding the adulteration of whisky in public houses throughout the UK. This book covers the scandal which eventually resulted in laws being passed which created safeguards for what is known the world over as Scotch. Introduction by Ian Buxton

Set against the backdrop of a wake, the story unfolds through the eyes of a twelve-year-old aspiring writer grappling with the death of his grandfather, Pop. The narrative weaves together the vibrant tapestry of an Irish-American family, blending humor and heartache as the boy navigates his mother's grief and his own fears of abandonment. Rich in detail, it contrasts the family's Bronx roots with their life in Long Island, capturing moments of love, loss, and the bonds that define them, ultimately revealing a warm and spirited American tale.