What Makes Sammy Run?

The classic book that shaped two generations' view of the movie business and introduced the archetypal Hollywood player Sammy Glick. He's got a machete mouth and a genius for double-cross.

As Budd Shulberg - author of the screenplay On the Waterfront - follows Sammy's relentless upward progress, he creates a virtuoso study in character that manages to be hilariously appalling yet deeply compassionate.

©1990 Budd Schulberg (P)2018 Tantor

More Relevant Than Ever

Sammy, the selfish schemer, is all too alive and well these days. Schulberg’s writing is spot-on, only occasionally dated. The author’s foreword and afterword provide interesting context. Very enjoyable!

An American Classic

Sammy Glick is your prototype for the American Anti-Hero. Well written story and narrated wonderfully.

Excellent Narration

I loved this book because the narrator did such a great job of creating a unique voice for each character. Well done!

Excellent Audible reading, Great story

I won't say much about the story since no one will read it based solely on my review (or will they??). I purchased a copy of the 2nd printing from eBay after seeing it recommended as one of the top reads related to sociopathic behavior. After getting about 1/3/ of the way through reading, I decided to use a credit on the Audible to listen to when reading wasn't an option.

The narrator, Chris Andrew Ciulla, is excellent at giving voice to the characters. He found what I think are the proper characterizations for Sammy etc. A highly recommended Audible purchase.

Disappointing

The overall story was underwhelming and left me wanting more. Powered through it, but disappointing end.