Howard Fine

October 2009

In his stunning first book, Hollywood’s most sought after acting teacher Howard Fine reveals the winning technique that has garnered his students international acclaim and the industry’s highest honors.

As accessible as it is landmark, FINE ON ACTING is a must-read for the aspiring and seasoned actor alike. A protégé of the legendary Uta Hagen and the founder of the Howard Fine Acting Studio, Fine has worked with hundreds of stars, including Brad Pitt, Will Smith, Bradley Cooper, Justin Timberlake, Lindsay Lohan, Salma Hayek, Simon Baker, Amanda Bynes, Gerard Butler, Jennifer Connelly, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Michelle Williams, Val Kilmer, Sela Ward, Jason Priestley, Kerry Washington, Amy Smart, Jared Leto, Wilmer Valderrama, Brooke Shields, Daryl Hannah, Estella Warren, Christopher Meloni, Enrique Murciano, Garry Shandling, Alexa Vega, Heather Locklear, Geri Halliwell, James Belushi, Diana Ross, Clint Black, and Josh Groban.

Chris Freeman is an award-winning writer and editor of several books including Love, West Hollywood: Reflections of Los Angeles and Under the Rainbow: An Intimate Memoir of Judy Garland, Rock Hudson and My Life in Old Hollywood. He teaches at the University of Southern California.

Praise for Howard Fine:

"When I first met Howard he told me his job was to make the actor a self-sufficient artist. His great skill is the joy he takes in watching you discover, with the tools he provides, the essence of a character. He loves actors, he loves the process, and he is all about the work."

- Chris Pine, Actor (STAR TREK)

"Howard Fine is an extremely skilled teacher. He has the ability to help actors create beyond their own experience in a way that is both exciting and compelling. Personally, I feel he is one of the greatest acting teachers working today."

- Martin Campbell, Director (CASINO ROYALE)

“Within my 30 years of casting, I have viewed and worked with many actors. Howard Fine’s technique is a contributing factor to those actors who consistently stand out. The actors are more thorough in their fulfillment of the characters they bring to life.”

- Victoria Burrows, Casting Director (THE LORD OF THE RINGS, THE LOVELY BONES)

“Often teachers want to own an actor’s process. Howard shines a light on yours so that you can fly freely on your own. I am so excited he is sharing his immense talents and passion in this book for all to benefit from.”

- Carla Gugino, Actress (ENTOURAGE, NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM)

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