Book · 2007
Marlon Brando
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I understood what Hollywood you gotta read Marlon Brando's book and he would say that there would be a premiere of Mann's Chinese and it would go from Mann's Chinese down past the Gower.
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Marlon Brando by Truman Capote and Marlon Brando is a fascinating profile capturing the legendary actor through the observant lens of one of America's most celebrated literary journalists. On an episode of This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von in May 2018, comedian Jamie Kennedy appeared as a guest to discuss his experiences in the entertainment industry and the realities of life in Los Angeles. During the conversation, Kennedy mentioned Marlon Brando's book to help illustrate what Hollywood and its famous movie premieres were truly like in past eras. Kennedy explained that reading the book helped him understand the unique nature of Hollywood culture, recalling specific historical details about premiere events taking place at Mann's Chinese Theatre and stretching down past Gower Street. By referencing Brando's accounts, Kennedy painted a vivid picture of old Hollywood glamour and industry traditions for the host and listeners, using the text as historical evidence of how the entertainment business used to operate.
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Jamie Kennedy I understood what Hollywood you gotta read Marlon Brando's book and he would say that there would be a prem… 1
“I understood what Hollywood you gotta read Marlon Brando's book and he would say that there would be a premiere of Mann's Chinese and it would go from Mann's Chinese down past the Gower”