Synopsis
Hollywood, take note: There's a new talent in town! Amelia does it all— act, direct, write, edit, and even make costumes and scenery—with a little help from her enthusiastic brother and her dazzling dog and cat. Amelia thinks she has everything under control, but anything can happen when the film starts to roll, and stars collide.
Readers will delight in watching the creative process unfold, and will laugh out loud at the kids' funny movie. There's even a helpful glossary for aspiring filmmakers.
Publishers Weekly
Reaching out to the YouTube generation, Milgrim (Cows Can't Fly) introduces a highly organized young auteur. Amelia, her auburn hair in a no-nonsense ponytail, scribbles on a clipboard and lines up shots of her pet dog, cat, rabbit and frog: "A script's the first thing that we'll need./ We'll choose a cast. I'll play the lead." As Amelia paints a backdrop and cuts a paper crown for her starring role, her smiling younger brother demands attention. She allows him to join the crew and envisions him staying behind the scenes. Each time Amelia calls, "Action," Milgrim switches from full-page illustrations to framed comics panels. He works in digital media, yet his draftsmanship suggests traditional pen-and-ink.His casually sketched characters demonstrate the basics of video production, from scripting to staging to animal wrangling to editing. Milgrim also recommends cooperation and spontaneity as things take an unexpected turn despite Amelia's micromanagement. The brother proves a natural actor and scene-stealer, and with his (and their parents') input, Amelia diplomatically decides, "Let's take five, discuss the end,/ rewrite the script, and shoot again." An entertaining and practical how-to. Ages 3-up. (Mar.)
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