Joe Eszterhas Quotes

A collection of quotes by Joe Eszterhas.

Joe Eszterhas is an accomplished American screenwriter and author, known for his intriguing and controversial works in the entertainment industry. Born on November 23, 1944, in Csákánydoroszló, Hungary, Eszterhas migrated to the United States with his family as a child.

Eszterhas began his career as a journalist, working for prominent publications such as The Cleveland Plain Dealer and Rolling Stone magazine. He then transitioned into screenwriting, making a notable breakthrough with his script for the critically acclaimed film "Flashdance" in 1983. He gained further recognition for his work on other successful movies like "Jagged Edge" (1985) and "Basic Instinct" (1992), which became one of his most controversial and talked-about projects.

Known for his provocative and often sexually charged style, Eszterhas became infamous for pushing the boundaries of mainstream storytelling. Throughout his career, he wrote scripts for a range of genres, including thrillers and dramas, and collaborated with renowned filmmakers such as Paul Verhoeven and Alan Parker.

Eszterhas also authored a memoir entitled "Hollywood Animal," released in 2004, which provided a behind-the-scenes look at his life and career in the film industry. In addition, he has written several other books, including the crime thriller "American Rhapsody" and the political novel "The Devil's Guide to Hollywood."

While his filmmaking career has experienced ups and downs, Joe Eszterhas has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry with his bold and fearless storytelling approach, making him an influential figure in Hollywood.

Every time I flicked channels, there I was, talking. I was t

Every time I flicked channels, there I was, talking. I was talking too much and writing too little. So Naomi and I went to Hawaii. The phone was cut off and we lost touch. This gave me the chance to have a good think about my life.

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