The Operator

Having had the opportunity to work with many of the people mentioned in this book, during many of the times mentioned in it, along with for a short time, the opportunity to personally interacting with the subject, himself....I always find it interesting to (hopefully) be enlightened as to what else......more

A detailed, yet engaging account of how Geffin lied and bullied his way to the top of Hollywood, only to find himself alone at the top.......more

"Sweeping" doesn't begin to describe this story of modern Hollywood's most prominent macher, and that's what you should read it for—the story. The reportage feels thorough, but the telling of the story is far less inspiring than the story itself; I like my heartbreaking, breathtaking tales of glory......more

One of the best biographies I've read, and I've read a lot. Delves deep into this often contradictory and extraordinarily talented man. Favourite part is when Geffen is explaining his philosophy on business and how he has to be (I paraphrase here), "The last person to make a decision" because if he......more

I really enjoyed this book & kudos to the author - and to Mr. Geffen for leading a fascinating and exciting life. (Successful is a more complicated question - see below.) There were numerous fascinating situations and even cliff-hangers that really kept me on the edge of my seat. There have been seve......more