John DiLeo Books

Challenging film enthusiasts, this quiz book features 200 engaging questions about the Golden Age of Hollywood, covering iconic movies, stars, and memorable moments. With clever and imaginative prompts, it invites readers to test their knowledge on classic films, including notable performances and unforgettable scenes. Celebrated film critic Pauline Kael praised it as a delightful collection, likening it to a "Christmas stocking full of surprises." This book promises enjoyment for both casual fans and die-hard buffs alike.

Most books about screen acting, including one of the author's (100 GREAT FILM PERFORMANCES YOU SHOULD REMEMBER BUT PROBABLY DON'T), concentrate on major stars and major roles. THERE ARE NO SMALL PARTS focuses on the wonders achieved by performers in brief roles, sometimes mere cameos. To watch an actor's complete delineation of a character in a few minutes is to marvel at his/her talent, concentration, and invention. Each of the 100 performances spotlighted in the book aims to evoke not just each actor's individual impact but how he/she's imaginative gifts invigorated (and sometimes even stole) their films. From 1935 to 2019, the text surveys great artists who mastered playing for the camera, seizing moviegoers' attentions and deserving places of honor for their contributions