• If Chins Could Kill

  • Confessions of a B Movie Actor
  • By: Bruce Campbell
  • Narrated by: Bruce Campbell
  • Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,998 ratings)

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If Chins Could Kill

By: Bruce Campbell
Narrated by: Bruce Campbell
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Life is full of choices. Right now, yours is whether or not to buy the autobiography of a mid-grade, kind of hammy actor.

Am I supposed to know this guy? you think to yourself.

No, and that's exactly the point. The truth is that though you might not have a clue who I am, there are countless working stiffs like me out there, grinding away every day at the wheel of fortune.

If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Movie Actor is my first book, and I invite you to ride with me through the choppy waters of blue collar Hollywood.

Okay, so buy the damned book already!

©2002 Bruce Campbell (P)2010 Bruce Campbell

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One Of The Most Enjoyable Books I Have Ever Heard

Would you listen to If Chins Could Kill again? Why?

Yes
There is a wealth of insider information on how Hollywood works and the inside story on what it takes to be a successful actor.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Bruce Campbell, of course.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

The tender story of how a chin conquered Hollywood and won our hearts

Any additional comments?

This book is funny, informative and sometimes downright dangerous to listen to when driving home from work as you can laugh so hard you might fall out of your seat - thank goodness for seat belts.

I've enjoyed Bruce's work in front of the camera since I first saw him in the Evil Dead series. It wasn't until I listened to this book that I found out that he was an integral part of many other favorite movies and TV shows in a behind the camera capacity.

Thanks to Bruce's dramatic reading and witty prose, this is one of the all time best listens I've ever gotten from audible.com.

I hope audible gets more of Bruce's books in stock soon.

I hope you get as much enjoyment out of this book as I did.

Cheers.

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Chin-tacular

I loved this book. Bruce (we're on a first name basis) has a perfect voice for narration. I could (and did) listen to him talk for hours. The book made me realize just how human actors actually are. His stories are funny and his observations of society are hilarious. I enjoyed every minute of this book.

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Easily a B+

As a long time fan of Bruce Campbell, it was sort of interesting to hear him talk about things that were far from glamorous when it comes to the life of a "movie star" in the industry. He also gave some fun backstories to a few of those films you know you love if you are even bothering to glance at this title.

The only downside is that this book was written well before "Burn Notice" took off and became a bit of a hit. It would have been fun to hear about some of that part of what has now become perhaps a nudge closer to B+ as far as his acting status is concerned.

If you want something fluffy and full of pretentious nonsense, read the tabloids. If you want a real guy to tell you how it really is, this is a fun read.

Having Bruce read his own book made it that much better. You felt like you were just hanging out and he was telling you his tale.

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The audio edition is better than the book.

I read the book several years ago and throughly enjoyed it. Bruce's narration makes a very good book great.

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Hail To The King!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Anyone I know who's a fan of any of these subjects will enjoy this audiobook:

Chins
The Evil Dead
Cheesy B Movies
Chins
Sam Raimi
Burn Notice
Spider-Man
Chins
Darkman
True Stories Based on Early 80s Horror Movies
Fake True Stories Based on Early 80s Horror Movies
1973 yellow Oldsmobile
Chins
True Fake Fake Stories Based on Early 80s Horror Movies
Chins

What was one of the most memorable moments of If Chins Could Kill?

Any moment involving chins.

Which character – as performed by Bruce Campbell – was your favorite?

Himself. Although his impression of the greedy, pig-headed Ted Raimi is also pretty spot on. From what I've heard about him he sounds like a pretty terrible person who, in place of a chin, is just all neck*


*What I heard about him came primarily from this book.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me want to chainsaw my own chin off in shame of the knowledge that it will only get me so far in life...which turns out won't be very far.

Any additional comments?

Chins, chins, chins! Listen to this audiobook now please.

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Makes you understand the movie & TV business

This was a very hysterical book. Bruce explains his family background and complete history of the film business. I never saw Evil Dead, but now it's on my Netflix list. He also explains everything you ever wanted to know about tv & movie business. Fair warning though there is no mention of his Burn Notice days, as it was only in season 4.

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A Look Into the Life of a Hollywood Working Stiff

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely. It offers an incredible and hilarious look into Bruce Cambell's life, and is enjoyable, even if you don't know him.

What other book might you compare If Chins Could Kill to and why?

There are not many other books that I have read or listened to that are similar. ICCK is its own beast.

Which character – as performed by Bruce Campbell – was your favorite?

All are wonderful, Irvin Shapiro and the Acid-Dropping Fan being standouts.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

There was many a moment when I physically laughed out loud at his well-told anecdotes.

Any additional comments?

I highly recommend this book to anyone who would be interested in the crazy world of Hollywood.

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Groovy!!!

Loved listen to him tell his story, it was sitting listen to good friend or family.

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Hilarious, honest, fascinating, and ever so Bruce

If you could sum up If Chins Could Kill in three words, what would they be?

Bruce Campbell rules

What was one of the most memorable moments of If Chins Could Kill?

The whole story of evil dead is pretty fantastic and hearing about them all growing up together was fantastic.

What about Bruce Campbell’s performance did you like?

He brings a certain ineffable charm to every line, you hear one word and you know it's really Bruce.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed out loud many times.

Any additional comments?

I love Bruce Campbell.

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Bruce Campbell rocks out his story!

Great listen for fans of Bruce Campbell. Much like Ash vs. Evil Dead, nobody else could have pulled this off.

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