Struck by lightning opened my eyes and it felt harsh but at the. Hear a clip and read an excerpt from chris colfer s struck by lightning. Chris colfer to release his first youngadult novel struck by lightning. First, with a few appearances at the at the champs elysees film festival in paris a couple of book signings where he met fans and autographed copies of his books land of stories and struck by lightning and then on to london for another book signing, and an appearance on itv. Chris colfer may be best known for starring in glee, the popular musical comedy television series now celebrating its 10 th anniversary, but he has also gone on to write 15 bestselling young adult fantasy books that are beloved around the world and continue to attract new fans.
Chris colfer has 28 books on goodreads with 528828 ratings. He is an actor, known for glee 20092015, struck by lightning 2012, and the land of stories. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, doing right by his. Books by chris colfer 12 books goodreads share book. Jan 08, 20 at the age of 22, chris colfer is a golden globewinning actor, a new york times bestselling author, and, with struck by lightning, which opens in theaters on friday, a firsttime screenwriter. The companion book was, if anything, even funnier and had a major impact. Struck by lightning is the film and screenwriting debut for the golden globewinning star of glee.
As of september 2019, he has published fifteen books. Colfer is the author of struck by lightning and the land of stories books. Chris colfer talks blackmail and struck by lightning youtube. The carson phillips journal follows the story of outcast high school senior carson phillips who blackmails the most popular students in his school into contributing to his literary journal to bolster his college application.
He is best known for his portrayal of kurt hummel on glee, for which he received a golden globe award in 2011 for best performance by an actor in a supporting role in tv series. Being a huge fan of chris colfer, when i heard that he was writing books i decided to check them out. Apr 22, 2012 i think he has a crush on rachel maddow and it confuses him, laughed chris colfer sunday afternoon, describing the main character of his film struck by lightning, which had its world. Chris colfer goes from glee singer to struck screenwriter npr. Chris colfer, who plays kurt hummel on the hit tv show glee, wrote and stars in a new film struck by lightning, a darkly comic take on the high school. The carson phillips journal kindle edition published november 20th 2012 by little, brown books for young readers kindle edition, 258 pages. Chris colfer talks struck by lightning, does he see himself more as a writer or an actor, whats coming up for his character on glee, and more. He wrote two pages, called it the first chapter and proudly showed it to his grandmother. Movie interview chris colfer talks struck by lightning chris colfer, who plays kurt hummel on the hit tv show glee, wrote and stars in a new film struck by lightning, a darkly comic take on. Aug 24, 2011 glees chris colfer chats with access on the set of his new movie, struck by lightning. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, secret boyfriends and. That memory was worked into his script for the movie struck by lightning, which. A hilariously cynical look at high school from chris colfer, star of tvs glee, and based on the feature film of the same name from the inside flap. The carson phillips journal based of the screenplay that he wrote.
Wherever chris has done multiple appearances on the same show, event, or publication, all appearances are grouped into a single tag. Struck by lightning is a 2012 american comingofage comedydrama film directed by brian dannelly and written by and starring chris colfer. Omg, stranger than fanfiction is just the best book ive ever read. The carson phillips journal ebook written by chris colfer.
The title, a spoiler in a way, is the way carson goes out struck by lightning. Jan 08, 20 dana ward sat down with chris colfer to talk about his new movie struck by lightning, how the idea came about, and whats coming up on glee. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, doing right by his glee fans. She said, ok, could use some development, laughed colfer in a recent interview. To ask other readers questions about struck by lightning, please sign up. Costarring and directed by rebel wilson, stuck by lightning is the story of carson chris colfer, a high school student whose sole ambition is to be a respected journalist. Chris colfer glee, rebel wilson, sarah hyland, christina hendricks, dermot mulroney genre. April 21 struck by lightning world premiere, tribeca film festival, new york city, ny 6pm et april 21 struck by lightning nintendo 3dstribeca film festival afterparty at avenue, new york city april 22 meet the filmmakers. Chris colfer glee, rebel wilson, sarah hyland, christina hendricks, dermot.
This interview originally ran during the 2012 tribeca film festival. Even on the live glee tour, where we have to sing live every single show. The result is struck by lightning, a title that refers to the fate of its central character. Also, for a chance to see colfer in person, check out these two book signings.
Check each stores website for details and contact information about each citys event. Struck struck by lightning by chris colfer nook book. The indie dramedy struck by lightning, written by chris colfer who plays. Chris colfer talks his screenwriting debut struck by lightning, and.
Jan 11, 20 but thats what happens in struck by lightning, a rancid comic satire whose 17yearold protagonist, carson phillips chris colfer of glee, is felled by a bolt from the blue in his. Like i may have no idea what im talking about, i said, a little ticked off now. With me sitting behind this desk in this office, this feels like a job interview. The carson phillips journal and millions of other books are. It has laugh out loud scenes and in others i just couldnt breathe bcs i was crying too much. Chris colfer talks his screenwriting debut struck by lightning, and explains why he didnt cast his glee costars. Colfer is a new york times best selling author of this series, the first book of which found its way to number one for two straight weeks. There are ways to meet people and surround yourself with likeminded people who will support you. I will be honest, im a huge fan of chris colfer, but i read this book trying to remain. I have already read all his books and, for me, this is the best one. Jul 12, 2017 chris colfer on struck by lightning, secret boyfriends and girl fans. Apple store struck by lightning panel on april 22, 2012 i was sitting in the front row so this video is good quality, but i was next to a photographer who kept. Some of my happiest memories, growing up, are being at book stores. Struck by lightning, written and starring chris colfer.
Nov 29, 2012 chris colfer on how lightning struck twice. Chris colfer reveals struck by lightning screenplay. Youve got to show the world who you are before it tells you. Chris colfer talks glee and his latest novel today. Chris colfer may be best known for starring in glee, the popular musical comedy television series now celebrating its 10 th anniversary, but he has also gone on to write 15 bestselling young adult fantasy books that are beloved around the world and continue to attract new fans his latest endeavor, new york times bestseller a tale of magic little, brown young, is the first novel in a new. Chris colfer talks struck by lightning, chances of adapting his book the land of stories into a movie, and glee. Chris colfer outdoes tina fey with his script for struck by. He is also a new york times numberone bestselling author of the land of stories.
Hear a clip and read an excerpt from chris colfers. At the age of 22, chris colfer is a golden globewinning actor, a new york times bestselling author, and, with struck by lightning, which opens in theaters on friday, a firsttime screenwriter. Glees chris colfer signs with hollywood agence icm. And he wrote and stars in his new comingofage comedy, struck by lightning, premiering on january 11th. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, doing right by his glee. Chris colfer quotes author of the wishing spell page 2.
Chris colfer is conjuring up the perfect role for his return to television the former glee star, along with sonar entertainment, is developing indigo, a scifi drama about indigo children. Earlier this year, i had the great pleasure of catching a screening of struck by lighting. Chris colfer and brian dannelly, 14th street apple store, new york, ny, 5pm et. Chris colfer set to turn his first childrens book into a. When glee star chris colfer was 8, he began writing a novel. Chris colfer is coming to a city near you to present his new series set in the land of stories universe, a tale of magic.
Chris colfer on how lightning struck twice entertainment. It features the final screen appearance of actress polly bergen. Apple store struck by lightning panel on april 22, 2012 i was sitting in the front row so this video is good quality, but i. Chris colfer talks the land of stories and jane lynch being his glee fairy godmother. Tagged with show all posts tagged with chris colfer. Chris colfer has signed a multifaceted new book deal with little, brown books for young readers, ew has confirmed exclusively. Chris colfer carson phillipsas a high school senior, carson phillips was destined for bigger things than his closeminded small town could offer, but destiny had a different plan when he was suddenly killed by a bolt of lightning. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, his future on glee, and wanting the rights to candy land. Colfer wrote, starred in, produced, and novelized his first film, struck by lightning, which debuted at the 2012 tribeca film festival. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, his future on glee. Movie interview chris colfer talks struck by lightning. What have you learned from struck by lightning that youll apply to the new film. And while i dont want to overstate my appreciation for brian dannelys tribeca world premiere struck by lightning, based on the freshman script from glees chris colfer, the film. The carson phillips journal follows the story of outcast high school senior carson phillips who blackmails the most popular students into contributing to his literary journal to bolster his college.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read struck by lightning. The carson phillips journal by chris colfer details carson phillips struggle to gain admission to the school of his dreams. Chris colfers new tv series indigo scifi drama, kids. Chris colfer talks struck by lightning, the land of. But thats what happens in struck by lightning, a rancid comic satire whose 17yearold protagonist, carson phillips chris colfer of glee, is felled by a bolt from the blue in his. The many hats of glees chris colfer the mercury news. Best known as kurt hummel on glee, chris colfer delivers a quirky and cynical debut novel about a 16yearold wannabe journalist. And we went over and filmed the scene where im beating the sign.
I have the land of stories which regretfully i have yet to read its not catching my interest enough yet but i just finished reading his newest book struck by lightning. When high school senior carson phillips chris colfer is killed by a bolt of lightning, he recounts the last few weeks of his life via witty and insightful flashbacks. In another interview, you said that you would love to retire by the age of 25. Chris colfer is a very talented actor and vocalist who was born on may 27, 1990 in fresno, california, usa as christopher paul colfer. Will be used in accordance with our privacy policy. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, his future on glee, and. The film had its world premiere at the tribeca film festival on april 21, 2012, and was released theatrically on january 11, 20. But were all a part of a minority waiting for a majority to pull their heads out of their asses. Movie interview chris colfer talks struck by lightning chris colfer, who plays kurt hummel on the hit tv show glee, wrote and stars in a new film struck by lightning, a. Adorable chris colfer who plays kurt hummel on tvs glee is a man of many talents. The wishing spell, the first novel in his middlegrade reader series. Chris colfer on struck by lightning, harry potter, and. Chris colfer is a golden globewinning actor best known for his role as kurt hummel on glee. Struck by lightning glee star chris colfer on his new comedy.
Chris colfer on struck by lightning, harry potter, and casting rebel. Jul, 2017 as chris colfer turns the page on his hit childrens book fantasy series, the former glee star turned author is embarking on a new chapter and bringing his literary work to film worlds collide. Latest chris colfer quotes from interviews az quotes. For now, if you need to search for older posts, try chriscolfernewsarchive. Interview with chris colfer access hollywood december 2012.
Chris colfer talks struck by lightning, chances of adapting his book the land of stories into a movie, and glee by christina radish january 5, 20. He was recently honored as a member of the 2011 time 100, time magazines annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world. Read the interview below and check out an exclusive print excerpt and. Stay pop culture savvy with nprs guide to tv, books, movies, music and more, sent weekly. Colfer is also the author of the land of stories, a bestselling childrens book, and next month little, brown releases his first young adult novel, struck by lightning. Christopher chris paul colfer, born may 27, 1990, is an american actor and author. The carson phillips journal, a young adult novel, this novel is based off a movie that he starred in, executive produced, and wrote the screenplay for. At the age of 22, chris colfer is a golden globewinning actor, a new york times bestselling author, and, with struck by lightning, which opens.
Jan 06, 20 for struck by lightning chris colfer plays an aspiring outcast who blackmails his high school classmates into helping him make a literary magazine to better his application to northwestern. The indie dramedy struck by lightning, written by chris colfer who plays kurt hummel on the fox series glee and directed by brian dannelly saved. Chris colfer, who plays kurt hummel on the hit tv show glee, wrote and stars in a new film struck by lightning, a darkly comic take on the high school experience. He absolutely abhors everyone in his small, narrowminded town everyone aside from his ailing grandmother and depressed mom. Chris colfer talks struck by lightning and glee collider. News, pictures, and adoration of the remarkable and talented mr. He was honored as a member of the time 100, time magazines annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world, and his books include struck by lightning. Plus, did he feel any conflict of interest in casting.