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ISBN
9781936661640

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
BenBella Books
ISBN-10
1936661640
ISBN-13
9781936661640
eBay Product ID (ePID)
109317505

Product Key Features

Book Title
Christian Bale : the inside Story of the Darkest Batman
Number of Pages
304 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Rich & Famous, Entertainment & Performing Arts
Publication Year
2012
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Biography & Autobiography
Author
Nicola Pittam, Harrison Cheung
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
15.2 Oz
Item Length
9.1 in
Item Width
6.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2012-450834
Reviews
"When (Cheung) refers to himself as Bale's majordomo, he is not kidding." -- N.F. Mendoza, former journalist at Los Angeles Times, People, TV Guide "This intimate and revealing biography of Christian Bale is full of details few people know about Hollywood's most-lauded Batman, and how a child actor--by harnessing his fans on the Internet--became the star he is today." -- BraveNewHollywood.com "A new picture of Christian Bale emerges..." -- Huffington Post "Cheung's first-hand observations of Bale's rising career and early roles--including Patrick Bateman in American Psycho --provide an interesting perspective on the making of a star..." -- Publishers Weekly "A 'Must Read' for Summer" -- Austin Monthly "Recommended Summer Reading List" -- Los Angeles Magazine "'What's Hot for Summer' List" -- Tribute Magazine "? ? ? -- Batman's former wingman speaks out!" -- Jamie Russell, Total Film "The book is good - a fun, informative read." -- Christopher Heard, author and film historian, "When (Cheung) refers to himself as Bale's majordomo, he is not kidding." — N.F. Mendoza, former journalist at Los Angeles Times, People, TV Guide "This intimate and revealing biography of Christian Bale is full of details few people know about Hollywood's most-lauded Batman, and how a child actor—by harnessing his fans on the Internet—became the star he is today." — BraveNewHollywood.com "A new picture of Christian Bale emerges..." — Huffington Post "Cheung's first-hand observations of Bale's rising career and early roles—including Patrick Bateman in American Psycho —provide an interesting perspective on the making of a star..." — Publishers Weekly "A 'Must Read' for Summer" — Austin Monthly "Recommended Summer Reading List" — Los Angeles Magazine "'What's Hot for Summer' List" — Tribute Magazine "Three stars — Batman's former wingman speaks out!" — Jamie Russell, Total Film "The book is good - a fun, informative read." — Christopher Heard, author and film historian "...a revelatory glimpse into Bale's personal life... it does contain much interesting information for fans." — Movie Maker "More than just a tell-all expose. Make no mistake, Cheung was privy to a fair amount of behind-the-scenes drama." — Hamilton Magazine "Great Book." — Melissa Cronin, The Daily "One of the best biographies of the year." — Kathryn Raaker, Let's Just Talk "3 1/2 stars — a gripping read!" — Filmophilia, "When (Cheung) refers to himself as Bale's majordomo, he is not kidding." -- N.F. Mendoza, former journalist at Los Angeles Times, People, TV Guide "This intimate and revealing biography of Christian Bale is full of details few people know about Hollywood's most-lauded Batman, and how a child actor--by harnessing his fans on the Internet--became the star he is today." -- BraveNewHollywood.com "A new picture of Christian Bale emerges..." -- Huffington Post "Cheung's first-hand observations of Bale's rising career and early roles--including Patrick Bateman in American Psycho --provide an interesting perspective on the making of a star..." -- Publishers Weekly "A 'Must Read' for Summer" -- Austin Monthly "Recommended Summer Reading List" -- Los Angeles Magazine "'What's Hot for Summer' List" -- Tribute Magazine "Three stars -- Batman's former wingman speaks out!" -- Jamie Russell, Total Film "The book is good - a fun, informative read." -- Christopher Heard, author and film historian "...a revelatory glimpse into Bale's personal life... it does contain much interesting information for fans." -- Movie Maker "More than just a tell-all expose. Make no mistake, Cheung was privy to a fair amount of behind-the-scenes drama." -- Hamilton Magazine "Great Book." -- Melissa Cronin, The Daily "One of the best biographies of the year." -- Kathryn Raaker, Let's Just Talk "3 1/2 stars -- a gripping read!" -- Filmophilia, "When (Cheung) refers to himself as Bale's Major Domo, he is not kidding." — N.F. Mendoza, former journalist at Los Angeles Times, People, TV Guide "This intimate and revealing biography of Christian Bale is full of details few people know about Hollywood's most-lauded Batman, and how a child actor—by harnessing his fans on the Internet—became the star he is today." — BraveNewHollywood.com
Table Of Content
Introduction 1. Empire of the Son 2. Father Figure 3. Bale-Out 4. Newsies 5. Christian Fail 6. Baleheads Begin 7. Little Women, Big Dreams 8. Golden Years 9. Before Batman, there was Bateman 10. Post-Psychotic 11. An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away 12. A Balance of Darkness and Light 13. Harsh Times 14. The Curse of Batman - it's no Joker 15. The Fighter 16. Award Season Appendix
Synopsis
The darkest Batman is unmasked. During the London press junket for The Dark Knight in the summer of 2008, Christian Bale was infamously accused of assaulting his mother and sister at the five-star Dorchester Hotel. Six months later, a recording of Bale's rant on the set of Terminator Salvation was leaked, and the star's anger began to define him. But beyond his notorious temper, Bale, an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Fighter , is known for his ability to physically transform himself for roles in American Psycho, The Machinist, and as one of Hollywood's most revered and bankable characters--Batman. In Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman , Best Biography winner in the 2013 Indie Excellence Awards and finalist in the 2013 Indie Book Awards, a 2013 Indie Book Awards Finalist for Best Biography, Bale's former publicist and assistant Harrison Cheung--his real-life Alfred--shares an inside look into the little-known personal life of the intensely private and reclusive actor. In the first biography of the Batman star, Cheung, who lived and worked with Christian and his father for 10 years, shares firsthand accounts of the Bales' familial dysfunction, Christian's morbid fascinations and dark humor, and his extreme dedication to his craft. Aware that Bale hated his traditional publicity duties, Cheung launched an extensive Internet marketing campaign for the actor, built the first official actor website for him, and cultivated the Baleheads, an online fan community that was used to garner editorial coverage and ultimately help Bale secure the role of the Caped Crusader. Written with veteran Hollywood and entertainment reporter Nicola Pittam, Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman uncovers Bale's transformation from shy, English child actor to Internet sensation to Hollywood bad boy. * FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE U.S. AND CANADA ONLY *, The darkest Batman is unmasked. During the London press junket for The Dark Knight in the summer of 2008, Christian Bale was infamously accused of assaulting his mother and sister at the five-star Dorchester Hotel. Six months later, a recording of Bale's rant on the set of Terminator Salvation was leaked, and the star's anger began to define him. But beyond his notorious temper, Bale, an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Fighter , is known for his ability to physically transform himself for roles in American Psycho, The Machinist, and as one of Hollywood's most revered and bankable characters--Batman. In Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman , Best Biography winner in the 2013 Indie Excellence Awards and finalist in the 2013 Indie Book Awards, Bale's former publicist and assistant Harrison Cheung--his real-life Alfred--shares an inside look into the little-known personal life of the intensely private and reclusive actor. In the first biography of the Batman star, Cheung, who lived and worked with Christian and his father for 10 years, shares firsthand accounts of the Bales' familial dysfunction, Christian's morbid fascinations and dark humor, and his extreme dedication to his craft. Aware that Bale hated his traditional publicity duties, Cheung launched an extensive Internet marketing campaign for the actor, built the first official actor website for him, and cultivated the Baleheads, an online fan community that was used to garner editorial coverage and ultimately help Bale secure the role of the Caped Crusader. Written with veteran Hollywood and entertainment reporter Nicola Pittam, Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman uncovers Bale's transformation from shy, English child actor to Internet sensation to Hollywood bad boy. * FOR DISTRIBUTION IN THE U.S. AND CANADA ONLY *, The darkest Batman is unmasked. During the London press junket for The Dark Knight in the summer of 2008, Christian Bale was infamously accused of assaulting his mother and sister at the five-star Dorchester Hotel. Six months later, a recording of Bale's rant on the set of Terminator Salvation was leaked, and the star's anger began to define him. But beyond his notorious temper, Bale, an Academy Award-winning actor for his role in The Fighter , is known for his ability to physically transform himself for roles in American Psycho, The Machinist, and as one of Hollywood's most revered and bankable characters—Batman. In Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman , Bale's former publicist and assistant Harrison Cheung—his real-life Alfred—shares an inside look into the little-known personal life of the intensely private and reclusive actor. In the first biography of the Batman star, Cheung, who lived and worked with Christian and his father for 10 years, shares firsthand accounts of the Bales' familial dysfunction, Christian's morbid fascinations and dark humor, and his extreme dedication to his craft. Aware that Bale hated his traditional publicity duties, Cheung launched an extensive Internet marketing campaign for the actor, built the first official actor website for him, and cultivated the Baleheads, an online fan community that was used to garner editorial coverage and ultimately help Bale secure the role of the Caped Crusader. Written with veteran Hollywood and entertainment reporter Nicola Pittam, Christian Bale: The Inside Story of the Darkest Batman uncovers Bale's transformation from shy, Welsh child actor to Internet sensation to Hollywood bad boy.
LC Classification Number
PN2287.B158C48 2012

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