In Charles Bukowski’s Hollywood, Henry Chinaski, a 65-year old writer, is writing his first screenplay. Amidst the instability of the movie stars and the continuous drinks that are poured, Chinaki’s screenplay is adapted into a movie. As he navigates the film industry, he witnesses the shallowness of Hollywood and how rare it is to encounter honesty. Despite these surroundings, he is able to maintain his character and not lose sight of his sense of self.
Bukowski’s wit and humor make this narrative very enjoyable to read. His short sentences and blunt commentary showcase how he is above pretentiousness and does not need to prove himself. He was a very talented writer and I look forward to finishing Hollywood and reading more of his works.
This sounds really interesting! I love books with a narrator like the one you’ve described. I’m not the biggest fan of realistic fiction, but I think I’ll give this one a shot at some point. Thanks for the recommendation.
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This update makes me intrigued to read this book and I will definitely be reading this book in the future.
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This has been on my list for a while, and I’m excited to start reading soon
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This looks very interesting way to find the truth of what runs the entertainment industry. I will probably add this to my reading list.
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