His debut solo album of 1972, Got To Be There, started a string of hits, and he eventually parted company with his brothers in 1981. Michael's reputation grew as a songwriter, dancer, choreographer and producer. Using innovative techniques and special effects, he created music videos that seemed more like mini-movies. Accompanying his landmark 1982 album Thriller, was a 13-minute film that was influenced by classic Hollywood horror movies. Thriller is still among the biggest-selling albums in history, with sales of more than 45 million worldwide.
Jose Munguia Professor Hartmann English 152-03 1 December 2013 Success of the Wizard of Oz through Television The Wizard of Oz was a spectacular movie. The decade around Oz paved the way for many other amazing movies, which created new genres and set new standards for what a movie should be like. Some of the amazing movies that also came out during 1939 were: Gone with the Wind, Stagecoach, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Of Mice and Men, Love Affair, The Hunchback to Notre Dame, and many other great award winning movies (Films101). Each of these movies have been awarded for their amazing directors, story, actors and visual effects. However, out of all of these movies there has only been one that has been called the most popular movie
DeMille has the ability to paint the perfect picture and explain each scenario that almost put you in the story and want to continue reading to see what was around the next corner. As are all of Mr. DeMilles’ pieces of work, this book was and continues to be on the number one New York times best selling list among many others. Nelson Demille has had one of his novels made into a motion picture and 1 other made into a television movie. “The Generals Daughter”, is a top 50 all-time box office hit, grossing over $250 million, and “Word of Honor”, was a highly successful television movie. “The Charm School”, as well as three other novels from Mr. DeMille is in current production for major motion pictures.
Everyone assumes that directors and writers decide what happens in a movie, but many times the movie star is the most powerful person involved with the project. For instance, when Jim Carrey wanted to make a movie about his favorite number, The Number 23 hit theaters across the country. A much more entertaining abuse of this star power occurs when huge movie stars decide they look awesome doing something, and proceed to force that something into every movie they make. For instance ... #5. Tom Hanks' Career is a Urinary Morality Play Most movie stars use their careers to build up enough credibility to avoid urinating onscreen.
- A Recurring Stable Of Actors In the nearly two decades since Anderson has been making movies, he’s managed to cultivate a regular troupe of actors and actresses who consistently appear in many of his projects. The list is as long as it is loaded with talent; Anjelica Huston and Bill Murray (who has had roles in all but one of Anderson’s films) lead the pack as the most veteran thespians of the bunch, but they’re joined by the brothers Wilson (Luke, Owen, and even Andrew), Willem Dafoe, Jason Schwartzman, Adrien Brody, Eric Chase Anderson (Wes’ younger sibling), Michael Gambon, Jeff Goldblum, Wallace Wolodarsky, Brian Cox, and many others. Anderson’s still building up his roster, too. Edward Norton, Tilda Swinton, and Harvey Keitel have each tagged along on his most recent two ventures, while The Grand Budapest Hotel brings in The Host star Saoirse Ronan as well as newcomer Tony Revolori and Moonrise Kingdom introduced viewers to Kara Hayward and Jared Gilman.
He earned gold, platinum, and multi-platinum awards. He starred in 31 successful films from “Love me tender” his first film in 1956, to “Change of habit” his last film in 1969. His famous songs are: “Love me tender”, “All shook up”, “In the ghetto”, “Jailhouse rock”, “Hound dog”, “Heartbreak hotel”, and “Burning love”, and much more. These songs were from, 1956 to 1969. Elvis is the single highest-selling performer in history.
Robert Duvall has been nominated and won numerous awards for his exploits in acting. His ability in both leading and supporting roles, lead him to be named by Guinness Book of World Records as the most versatile actor in the world. He had a role in six of the American Film Institute Top 100,
Tony Bueal Donna P. Chipps English Composition 1 27 September 2008 Lil’ Wayne Since the beginning of rap, there have been many legendary artists to come along and make themselves known to both Americans and worldwide. If the names Tupac, Notorious B.I.G, or Jay-Z were to be mentioned, more than likely a person would know who they are, but recently, a new name has come into the rap world. Lil’ Wayne has become of the most popular rappers of the 21st century, and has made his rise to fame all in the past three years of his life. With the release of his new album, ‘Tha Carter III,’ he has become the most controversial and successful artist of the past year. Wayne hardly left any listeners disappointed with the release of his new album, with
He was a hard worker and a great role model. He is known for countless things. Elvis is known for his amazing movies, his catchy songs and many more accomplishments he had in his lifetime. Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935. Elvis was supposed to be a twin but, Jesse Garon was stillborn.
Denzel Washington is one of the most influential African American actors to ever grace the presence of the silver screen. He has played a variety of roles from a rookie police officer, to a drunken drug abusing, womanizing airline pilot. No matter what roles he plays he invites the audience into his role as they become engulfed into the movie. Denzel also is an active member of his community. Denzel faced many obstacles in his pursuit of success.