Scan barcode
earsore's review against another edition
funny
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
3.75
The parts where he talks about his experiences in film were my favorite, along with some of the interesting exercises he takes (such as the chapter where he writes in the style of Andy Warhol's a while discussing his feelings on Warhol's work; the chapter where he drops acid while in his 70s; and my personal favorite: the chapter where he discusses nothing but music).
The rest of the book mostly matched these in quality & humor, some more successful than others. The less pointless (looking at you, brutalist & dream restaurant chapters), the better. But overall Waters' is such a humorous storyteller and engaging personality that I absolutely want to check out more of his memoirs after this.
The rest of the book mostly matched these in quality & humor, some more successful than others. The less pointless (looking at you, brutalist & dream restaurant chapters), the better. But overall Waters' is such a humorous storyteller and engaging personality that I absolutely want to check out more of his memoirs after this.
voya_k's review against another edition
5.0
Dispatches from my spiritual leader are always welcome. This one was particularly enjoyable in terms of 1) a whole chapter on Cry Baby 2) lots of songs to look up on Spotify 3) the idea of buying cemetery plots with your friends. I will definitely be doing the Madison on your grave one day, John Waters, if I don't keel over before you do.
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
I'm a fan of Mr Waters and I think this book is a must read if you want something that it's brilliant and funny.
I laughed out loud and enjoyed.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
I laughed out loud and enjoyed.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
khaaaaanor's review against another edition
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
2.75
amber_reads's review
4.0
I've been a fan of John Waters since the original Hairspray and have happily followed his films since then. His wit is appreciated in his most recent book. While recounting a bit about the behind-the-scenes of his movies, his words about his friendships were lovely. Also, talking about his doll son edged a tad on the creepy side but not shocking.
Waters uses his book not to trash those he doesn't like by name, but elevate those important to him.
Waters uses his book not to trash those he doesn't like by name, but elevate those important to him.
vfayes's review
5.0
Well-written, expertly delivered and often hilarious, although I found the humor in some chapters—especially the chapter about the restaurant—difficult to listen to.