G Shields

Third Edition: Ready for Your Close Up? African Americans and Internationals in Cinema Who Are College Graduates- Expanded Honorable Mention Edition G Shields

This book offers a core account of collegiate backgrounds of recognized and influential professionals in the film industry. Film aficionados will appreciate the select listing of awards, stage, film, and television resumes of those profiled who act, direct, write and produce for the cinematic screen. Chapters include profiles of professional actors, actresses, athletes who transitioned to film, early pioneers, independent filmmakers, directors, producers, screenplay writers and a wide spectrum of international contribution.

Aspirants in pursuit of a career in film will be appraised how armed with an advanced education while trying to proceed can make the difference between working in non-related employment to increased career options with increased earning potential and sense of well being, until career breakthrough.