PERFORMING ARTS

Being Patrick Swayze: Essential Teachings from the Master of the Mullet

by Neal B Fischer
Chronicle. Apr. 2022. 124p. ISBN 9781797212166. $15.95. FILM
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Writer, podcast host, and Patrick Swayze superfan Fischer takes readers on a delightful romp through the actor’s career and memorable on-screen moments. This tongue-in-cheek guide to life follows the trend of books that present celebrities as cultural icons who can impart lessons for viewers to live by (“Find balance in all facets of your life”; “Embrace fear and overcome it”). Like Road House’s Dalton (one of Swayze’s most beloved roles), the book packs a punch when needed, but it also explores the actor’s sensitive side. Brimming with colorful pages, neon-inspired details, and retro fonts that perfectly accent Swayze’s 1980s and ’90s heyday, this is a beautifully designed work. Fun additions like a connect-the-dots portrait and a mullet-match game also add to the book’s humorous appeal.
VERDICT A charming addition that will add style and substance to the pop culture corner of library collections.
Reviewed by Claire Sewell , Mar 11, 2022
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