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That Alex Ferrari's book is autobiographical is almost too much to believe -- but it makes his account all the more compelling. With a good dose of ironic self-awareness, Ferrari presents us with a film director's update of Faust. In a name-changed story of making a bargain with the devil -- a devil in the very real personage of a mobster -- Ferrari spins the kind of wild tale that makes the reader laugh and cringe simultaneously. As a young, aspiring director chasing his dream, the author half-falls and half-skids down the rabbit hole of becoming trapped by his angel investor -- into an impossible situation, filled with shady characters, shockingly incompetent unprofessionals and money that seems to fly away as it is allegedly secured. This is the ultimate How-Not-To primer for beginning directors -- and, for everyone else, a yarn to enjoy for its dark-edged hilarity. - Jim Uhls (Screenwriter of Fight Club) After reading this book, you will never look at films the same way. What is it that attracts all kinds of people to the magic, fun, and horrors of the filmmaking process and pursuing one's dreams in Hollywood? The ultimate answer might be inside these pages. - Cinematography/Producer Suki Medencevic, A.S.C So, you think you've heard it all when it comes to Hollywood stories, but I guarantee you've never heard one like Alex Ferrari's. Part cautionary tale, part unbelievable gangster caper, if you've ever dreamed of making a movie (or made one), you won't want to miss this book. - Sundance Film Festival Winning Writer/Director Diane Bell Shooting for the Mob is a compelling page-turner that not only brings a fresh take on the mobster genre but also serves as a primer for those looking to establish a career in filmmaking. As a result, Alex Ferrari has woven together a tale that is not only richly entertaining, but informative as well. Oh, and it pairs nicely with some marinara and a full-bodied Barolo. - Richard RB Botto, Screenwriter, Producer, & CEO, Stage 32

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