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Raymond Thompson
Keeping The Dream Alive
Synopsis
Raymond Webster Thompson charts his journey from a poor, working-class upbringing in post-war Britain, where his special needs made him seem the child least likely to succeed at school, to a career as a screenwriter, composer, and producer spanning Canada, New Zealand, and Hollywood. The memoir follows the founding and growth of his international independent television production company, and includes the story of how the cult television series "The Tribe" came into being.
In 2003, Thompson was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to television and entertainment. The book is an inspirational account of persistence against long odds, aimed at readers interested in television history and self-made success stories.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this book contain behind the scenes information about The Tribe?
The memoir provides specific details regarding the production, script writing, casting, and character development of the series, as it was written in response to requests from fans for more information on the show's creation.
Who narrates the audiobook version of this memoir?
The audiobook is narrated by actors Damon Andrews and Matt Robinson, both of whom appeared in the television series.