Live from New York: An Uncensored History of Saturday Night Live as Told by Its Stars, Writers, and Guests
The "New York Times" bestselling oral history of "Saturday Night Live" that finally reveals what really went on backstage, on the set, in the writers' offices and on the town is now in paperback.
The "New York Times" bestselling oral history of "Saturday Night Live" that finally reveals what really went on backstage, on the set, in the writers' offices and on the town is now in paperback.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9780316735650 (316735655)
ASIN: 316735655
Publish date: October 1st 2003
Publisher: Back Bay Books
Pages no: 656
Edition language: English
Category:
Non Fiction,
Humor,
Autobiography,
Memoir,
Biography,
Funny,
Comedy,
History,
Media Tie In,
Culture,
Pop Culture,
Tv
Interesting look at the late night television show that has become a pop culture institution. A bit too long and, while I usually always enjoy the oral history format, I felt some of the editing left a bit to be desired. Probably would have enjoyed it more if I was a big of fan of the show as the ...
I've read some people didn't like the format - the constant paragraphs from different people involved with the show - but I didn't mind it so much. Really surprised, though, that Christopher Walken hadn't contributed, given how many times he hosted and how many other "five-timers" appear in the book...
I'm a huge Saturday Night Live fan, not quite yet a "buff" in the history of the show but I'm well on my way. This book is a good companion to the hardcore fan but maybe not to the casual viewer. I certainly enjoyed it from start to finish. One thing became clear after watching it - everyone hates C...
The history of SNL told through quotes from the cast and crew.
By far the best SNL history out there. It's basically a stream of consciousness compliation of the memories and stories of former cast members, crew, and guests.
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