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Divine Intervention and a Dash of Magic unraveling The Mystery of "The Method" (Behind the scenes of Godfather 1)

by Ardell Sheridan-Castellano

298 pages; quality trade paperback (softcover); catalogue #02-0679; ISBN 1-55369-866-5; US$25.00, C$31.95, EUR20.80, £14.40

Get a never before seen glimpse behind the making of GODFATHER I. Read the letters written by Francis Coppola. Learn the origin of the real Mafia and Clemenza's (Richard Castellano) "real life" family connections. Covers Sicilian Storytelling with the opening of an original screenplay, "The Boys'll Handle It." Easy to read, this book takes the aspiring Actor, Writer, Director from training to use of "The Method" in the professional work experience.

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About the Book A new "easy to read" book that explains "the method" (past & present) and the "how to" of acting, writing, directing and teaching. For the first time a book that talks about: What went on Behind the Scenes during the shooting of the original GODFATHER film. Talks about Richard S. Castellano's real life "Family Connections" and the visit his "Uncle Paul" made to the GODFATHER set during filming. Discusses the unique relationship that developed between Francis Coppola and Richard Castellano. (Read the letters written by Francis to Richard.) Shares the Origin of the "real" MAFIA and the "Code of Behaviour" that traveled to America. Offers a Character Comparison of the original "Don Corleone" with a reputed Crime Boss who died in prison. Further reveals the Art of Sicilian Storytelling with a sample introduction to a new original Screenplay, THE BOYS'LL HANDLE IT." Book Cover Art and Design by Lisette Rotman

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About the Author Ardell Sheridan-Castellano graduated from The Fashion Institute of Technology (Journalism/ Merchandising). To further develop her communications skills and to overcome a cranky shyness born of a then glaring physical flaw, she enrolled in an acting class which changed the course and direction of her life. Trained as both an actress and director, the author also pursued her passion for writing. Initially she helped to solve the unexpected script problems which often confronted the professional projects that both she and her late husband, Richard S. Castellano worked on. She went on to obtain her Ph D. from Columbia Pacific University where she worked to set down in writing the specific training program which developed out of Stanislavsky' s original efforts, the teachings of Brett Warren and the later refinement that came from her own working and teaching experience including her collaborative discussions with Richard S. Castellano. The purpose of this book is to not only pass on the knowledge contained within its pages, but to pass on the torch of what it is to become a True Believer; dedicated in helping to create those entertainment projects which can touch and enliven both the senses and sensibilities of an audience. Divine Intervention and a Dash of Magic...

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