In this documentary, director Chuck Workman examines the lasting cultural significance of the Beats, focusing mainly on Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William S. Burroughs and Neal Cassady. Along the way, these freethinking men became friends and associates, and their writing influenced numerous generations of questioning individuals. Workman combines interviews, TV clips and archival footage in his film, in addition to dramatic readings by notable...

Johnny Depp unlocks the gates of hell in the tense thriller directed by Roman Polanski. After a rare-book dealer (Depp) is hired to locate the last copies of a demonic manuscript, he's swept into a web of theft, murder, and terrifying satanic rituals.

Johnny Depp stars as George Jung, an average small-town American boy who pursues the American Dream his way--becoming the first American to import cocaine to the United States on a large scale, exposing college kids, high-paid professionals and the Hollywood glitterati to a new, hipper form of high. Sleeping, breathing and eating money, Jung lives a fantastic, no-rules life many have dreamed about. How did a typical boy next door become Pablo Escobar's...

Depp stars in the title role as a man unjustly sent to prison who vows revenge, not only for his punishment, but for the devastating consequences that happened to his wife and daughter.

At a career crossroads after his latest play fails, well-known writer James. M. Barrie meets a widow and her four adventurous boys. Together they form a friendship that ignites the imagination needed to produce Barrie's greatest work – Peter Pan.

Taking care of Arnie is mostly Gilbert's task which can be pretty demanding, at least while you are working at the local grocery store.

Johnny Depp started out as a teen heartthrob, but he has earned respect as a serious actor during his decades-long career. This book follows the Pirates of the Caribbean star from his early days as an actor through his latest projects. Along the way, readers will learn about his life, his iconic roles, as well as his lifelong interest in music.

Hollywood heartthrob Johnny Depp has made a career of playing some strange characters, including Edward Scissorhands, Ed Wood, Raul Duke ("Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas") and Donnie Brasco; all of which brought him critical acclaim, but little commercial success.Due to an early decision in his career to only play roles that pleased him, Johnny turned down parts in blockbuster films such as "Titanic," "The Matrix" and "Speed." Then, in 2003, Johnny...

As USA TODAY, The Nation's No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, Johnny Depp "clearly has a blast transforming his handsome self into some strange cinematic characters." Depp's career took off in 1987 when he signed up to play a cop on the television series 21 Jump Street. His good looks earned him plenty of attention-and plenty of money. But Depp had no interest in being a TV star or a teen idol. He wanted interesting roles in challenging films. He disappeared...

This book discusses the family background, education, rise to fame, and future plans of famous actor Johnny Depp. From his early roles in film and television to his recent roles in the Pirates of the Caribbean series, Finding Neverland, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, readers will learn about Depp's talent and passion. Also covered are his Golden Globe Awards and Oscar nominations. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging...