Totally Scripted: Idioms, Words, and Quotes from Hollywood to Broadway That Have Changed the English Language

By Josh Chetwynd

The language of Hollywood resonates beyond the stage and screen because it often has inherent drama--or comedic effect. This volume contains a combination of approximately 100 expertly researched essays on words, phrases and idioms made famous by Hollywood along with the stories behind 30 or so of the most iconic--and ultimately often used--quotes from films. There are also sidebars that focus on other ways the entertainment world has changed language. For instance, stories behind stars whose names have been used for drinks (hello, Shirley Temple) or roses (there are ones named after Elizabeth Taylor and Judy Garland, among others). And, a sidebar on William Shakespeare's unique contribution to the English language.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1630762822
• ISBN13: 9781630762827
• Release Date: February 2017
• Publisher: Lyons Press
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

Read this book and you will sound like the smartest person in the room when adding bits of knowledge

Mr Chetwynd has a way with words and is literally one of the “Most interesting men in the world” and has a love for Hollywood entertainment and sports that has taken him from journalism to Baseball to Curling. His books are great to read and his research on each topic is as thorough as you will ever find. If you are looking for an interesting read and a vast knowledge of trivia, this is one of the best books to read.