William Goldman Quotes
As far as the filmmaking process is concerned, stars are essentially worthless - and absolutely essential.
Citations
Goldman, William. Adventures in the Screen Trade: A Personal View of Hollywood and Screenwriting. Warner Books, 1983.
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William Goldman was an American novelist, playwright, and screenwriter. He first came to prominence in the 1950s as a novelist before turning to screenwriting. He won Academy Awards for his screenplays Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) and All the President's Men (1976). His other known works include his thriller novel Marathon Man and his cult classic comedy/fantasy novel The Princess Bride, both of which he also adapted for the film versions.