Books like Rubberhead by Steve Johnson (1960-)
Steve Johnson’s memoir chronicles his prolific career as a Hollywood special effects artist, detailing his work on iconic films such as *An American Werewolf in London*, *The Howling* series, *Ghostbusters*, *Fright Night*, *The Abyss*, and *Species*. The book offers an intimate look at the highs and lows of his profession, the industry’s shift toward CGI that impacted his later years, and his decision to turn to writing. Facing publisher demands to shorten his story, Johnson launched a Kickstarter campaign that raised over $87,000, enabling the release of Volume 1 in 2017. Future volumes promise to continue the detailed account of his life and career.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Steve Johnson (1960-)
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