Spielberg, Truffaut & Me
An Actor's Diary
by Bob Balaban

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Book Presentation:
The actor's diary offers a behind-the-scenes look at Steven Spielberg at work and a portrait of the legendary Franðcois Truffaut.
About the Author:
BOB BALABAN is an actor, writer, director and producer. His many film appearances include Ghost World, Altered States, 2010, Deconstructing Harry, Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, The Mexican and a recurring role on TVs Seinfeld. He recently co-devised, produced and appeared in Robert Altmans Gosford Park, which won the BAFTA for Best British Film, and received seven Oscar nominations.
Press Reviews:
"... reassured me that as I was slowly losing my head, all those around me were also losing theirs." -- Steven Spielberg, from his Introduction
"I loved it. I wish I had written this book myself." -- Richard Dreyfuss
See the publisher website: Titan Books
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