Martin Scorsese: A Journey

by Mary Pat Kelly

320 pages, Paperback

Published February 1, 1997

Reviews

[Bailey Salinas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE MY GOAT MARTIN SCORSESE

[John Schorg · Rating 3 out of 5]

A book filled with talk about movies by people who know what they are talking about. It is hindered by the fact that it was written at a time that only covers Martin Scorsese's career up through Cape Fear, so the later works aren't in there. It isn't as good as some of the other books that are out there about this director, particularly the incredible Conversations with Scorsese. So, of course, you should get it if you have any interest in the life of one of the greatest talents in moviemaking.

[Nicholas Sokić · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's fall so I guess it's time for me to read a book on Scorsese -- and also because the only sin of the recent five-hour Apple TV docuseries on the greatest living Italian is that it's not long enough.

The only sin of Kelly's book is that by nature of its publication it only goes up to CAPE FEAR, although the 2022 edition does have a not insignificant amount of anecdotes surrounding THE IRISHMAN and the then-in production KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON.

I most appreciated the section on THE LAST TEMPTATION OF CHRIST, because its the production of his I'd read least about; because it's where all his neuroses and preoccupations align; and because its a film that even outside of its Catholic story, corresponds wholly with cinema as a calling and the cinema as a religious experience.

[Edith Middleton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Martin Scorsese: A Journey by Mary Pat Kelly, offers an engaging behind the scenes look at Martin Scorsese’s life and the stories behind his most iconic films. As someone who is not a huge movie buff, I found some sections a bit long-winded or heavy with detail, but the overall narrative kept me interested. What stood out most was how clearly Scorsese’s passion and vision shaped the world of cinema. It is a thoughtful and informative read that sheds light on the creative mind of a true film icon. 🖤🩶🖤

[Dirk · Rating 3 out of 5]

Scorsesee is a great director and has made an amazing array of movies.

However I think this book focuses too much in Irish and Italian themes and religion. It is als thin on movies of the last 20 years.