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Films of Endearment

A Mother, a Son and the '80s Films That Defined Us

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Films of Endearment

By: Michael Koresky
Narrated by: Vikas Adam
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An Esquire Best Book About Hollywood

A USA TODAY Best Book of 2021

“A lovely and loving book.”—Will Schwalbe, New York Times bestselling author of The End of Your Life Book Club

"I'm not sure I have ever read a book about movies that is as tender and open-hearted as Films of Endearment."—Mark Harris, New York Times bestselling author of Mike Nichols: A Life

A poignant memoir of family, grief and resilience about a young man, his dynamic mother and the '80s movies they shared together

Michael Koresky's most formative memories were simple ones. A movie rental. A mug of tea. And a few shared hours with his mother. Years later and now a successful film critic, Koresky set out on a journey with his mother to discover more about their shared cinematic past. They rewatched ten films that she first introduced to him as a child, one from every year of the '80s, each featuring women leads.

Together, films as divergent as 9 to 5, Terms of Endearment, The Color Purple and Aliens form the story of an era that Koresky argues should rightly be called "The Decade of the Actress."

Films of Endearment is a reappraisal of the most important and popular female-driven films of that time, a profound meditation on loss and resilience, and a celebration of the special bond between mothers and their sons. Biographies & Memoirs Entertainment & Performing Arts Film & TV History & Criticism Parenting & Families Relationships Entertainment Heartfelt

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When you think of the 1980s, what comes to mind? Big hair? Shoulder pads? Ronald Reagan? Madonna? The 1980s were a big time of change in politics and pop culture, and that time remains fresh in our minds because of the iconic moments that mark its importance in history. Whether you're nostaglic or curious, this list of listens will immerse you in the decade that brought us Pac-Man, MTV, Madonna, Ronald Reagan, and the Rubik's cube!

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I loved this book. Michael does an amazing job of incorporating his story, his mother's story and the personal importance of each movie made in the 1980s. This was by far one of my favorite listens all year because it has heart, history and lot's of pop culture references. From Mommie Dearest to Avalon...the author takes us on a journey. His relationship with his mother and their joint love of movies gives this book heart. Please give it a listen.

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