Review of Shoot to Thrill

[Alex Reeves]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Shoot to Thrill" by Sean Michael Davis.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Shoot to Thrill by Sean Michael Davis is a detailed, mind-opening, and engaging book on Sean Michael's career in the film industry. In this book, the author narrates his ordeals, from his love for music and the arts to eventually getting into the television industry. He shared his experience as an upcoming cameraman who made work his best friend and, because of that, became very successful in his career. Spanning from the late 1900s, during the film camera era, to the digital cameras we have today, Sean Michael opens the eyes of the average person to the art of filmmaking and what it entails. Sharing his involvement in certain films and TV shows like COPS, Skyway Down, which he directed, House Hunters, and other reality shows he helped film, Sean makes us understand that making a film look the way it does on TV is more complex than it seems. He also highlighted that the job of a cameraman, which seems minor to some people, is actually essential to putting together a great TV show.
 
This book detailed the life ordeals of a renowned reality TV cameraman, and the things shared in this book really educated me a lot. Before now, I thought that a cameraman’s work was the easiest in the film industry, but after reading this book, I felt genuine respect towards cameramen, especially those shooting reality TV shows. Additionally, the author shared some factors that make one’s career blossom, as he passed through hell before he was able to make a living out of being a cameraman.
 
Another aspect I liked about this book was that the author, Sean Michael, intended to enlighten the reader on the art of filmmaking, and he did a very good job of it. The style of writing was pleasant, and I understood most of the information the author was trying to pass along. The tone of the book was in check, and moreover, there were funny scenarios in the book that amused me. The grammar was close to perfect, as I found only one error in the book. This book was a nice read, and if you’re a little bit interested in filmmaking, you’re certain to enjoy reading it.
 
There was an aspect of this book that was not so pleasant to me. To be sincere, at times I got bored reading the book because nothing really held my attention as I read on. From my standpoint, the book was not very engaging, and sometimes I had to force myself to keep reading it. Something was missing in the story, and to tell the truth, I wasn't really captivated by the book.
 
This book was professionally edited, as I discovered only one error in its 217 pages. All said and done, I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars, as although I wasn’t exceptionally thrilled with it, I feel that this book would have a great impact on young people who have plans of venturing into the film industry.
 
In conclusion, I recommend this book to aspiring filmmakers, and to anyone who has dreams of being in the film industry. You’re certain to learn a lot from Sean Michael’s life experience as a cameraman, and I tell you, the lessons are definitely worth your time.

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[Aswin3848]

Filmmaking are one of the rare mediums of entertainment which is still shadowed by glitz and glamour. The people behind the movies who give us the cinematic experience are the real heroes. Glad a cameraman has put forward his detailed journey for us to understand. Hope the book is as good as the review.