Richard Ayoade

At last, the definitive book about perhaps the best cabin crew dramedy ever filmed: View From the Top starring Gwyneth Paltrow. In Ayoade on Top, Richard Ayoade, perhaps one of the most 'insubstantial' people of our age, takes us on a journey from Peckham to Paris by way of Nevada and other places we don't care about. It's a journey deep within, in a way that's respectful and non-invasive; a journey for which we will all pay a heavy price, even if you've waited for the smaller paperback edition. Ayoade argues for the canonisation of this brutal masterpiece, a film that celebrates capitalism in all its victimless glory; one we might imagine Donald Trump himself half-watching on his private jet's gold-plated flat screen while his other puffy eye scans the cabin for fresh, young prey."

Ayoade on Top

For Richard Ayoade and only for Richard Ayoade, I watched View from the Top before reading this and I think it’s a must. You can read this just for the love of his humor, but having the mise en scene fresh in your grey matter will help. I laughed out loud reading this in public several times. I hope Gwen’s read it. 

Coley T

'This book contains all the hot Ayoade-on-Ayoade action any self-respecting adult could reasonably withstand.' Charlie Brooker'This book changed my sex.' Noel Fielding'So, it's not about Ayoade at all?' Krishnan Guru-Murthy, Channel 4 News'Hilarious.' Caitlin MoranIn this book Richard Ayoade - actor, writer, director, and amateur dentist - reflects on his cinematic legacy as only he can: in conversation with himself. Over ten brilliantly insightful and often erotic interviews, Ayoade examines himself fully and without mercy, leading a breathless investigation into this once-in-a-generation visionary. Only Ayoade can appreciate Ayoade's unique methodology. Only Ayoade can recognise Ayoade's talent. Only Ayoade can withstand Ayoade's peculiar scent. Only Ayoade can truly get inside Ayoade. They have called their book Ayoade on Ayoade: A Cinematic Odyssey. Take the journey, and your life will never be the same again. Ayoade on Ayoade captures the director in his own words: pompous, vain, angry and very, very funny.

A Cinematic Odyssey

Ayoade on Ayoade

Chloé

Richard Ayoade once again comes to my rescue during a readslump.

Richard Ayoade - in this foren, perhaps one of the most 'insubstantial' people of our age, takes us on a journey from Peckham to Paris by way of Nevada and other places we don't care about. It's a journey deep within, in a way that's respectful and non-invasive; a journey for which we will all pay a heavy price, even if you've waited for the smaller paperback edition. Ayoade argues for the canonisation of this brutal masterpiece, a film that celebrates capitalism in all its victimless glory; one we might imagine Donald Trump himself half-watching on his private jet's gold-plated flat screen while his other puffy eye scans the cabin for fresh, young prey."

After Hearing Richard Ayoade Describe This Book On The Graham Norton Show I Knew I Had To Read It. Recently I've Been Stuck In A Reading Slump And Needed To Get Out Of It And Ayoade Infamous Dry Wit Has Made Me Urge To Read. I Got This Book On Audible And I'm So Glad I Did. His Little Quips Had Me Laughing So Much I Had To Pause The Audio Book So I Wouldn't Miss Anymore. I Expected The Dry Humour That Makes Me Watch Anything He's On and Commentary From A Rom-Com or Dramadey From The Early 90's, But Other Than That I'm Not Sure What I Expected. I Really Enjoyed It And Recommend To Anyone Who Is A Fan.

taryn

Jade Iveson

I will preface this by saying I really enjoy Richard as a comedian, his work in IT crowd - amazing. Does his comedy necessarily translate in this book? Not significantly. I did listen to an audiobook which I feel boosted this from a one star read. But I have to be fair, when I compare this book to other comedy/non-fiction works it does not sit well amongst the greats. If I'm honest, about half way through this book I kind of wanted to give up and just watch the movie. That is why I have only given it 2 stars and I'm very sorry!

To be honest i only wanted to read this because it was Richard Ayoade.

Had no real expectations other then a good laugh going into this, and i wasn’t disappointed. Although the story was all over the place at times it was very interesting and has me wondering if i should actually watch the movie this book was discussing.

To be honest i only wanted to read this because it was Richard Ayoade.

Had no real expectations other then a good laugh going into this, and i wasn’t disappointed. Although the story was all over the place at times it was very interesting and has me wondering if i should actually watch the movie this book was discussing.

Holly Gray

If you get Ayoade's sense of humour (like, know more about him then just the IT crowd and panel shows) and if you are a massive film buff then you will find this book brilliantly funny.

B. K.

Maybe a 3-star book in a different context, but as a distraction from COVID-19 self-isolation, at least a 4-star. I listened to the audiobook while taking my daily walks, and Richard Ayoade's soothing narration lowered my stress level and made me laugh a few times.

The subject matter is incredibly stupid, but I was predisposed to enjoy this because I already knew I like Ayoade's sense of humor. This probably isn't the place to start if you're unfamiliar with his style.

Jesper Nellemann Jakobsen

ellis

A message from the Captain: 'On behalf of myself and the entire Ayoade team, welcome to Ayoade on Top. At last, the definitive book about perhaps the best cabin-crew dramedy ever filmed: View from the Top, starring Gwyneth Paltrow.' Buckle up for the flight of your life. 'The most profoundly silly book on film I've ever read and somehow one of the most insightful too.' Edgar Wright 'A brilliant satire of film, academia, commerce and Richard Ayoade . . . The funniest book I've ever read.' Jesse Eisenberg 'I haven't laughed this much reading a book in a long time. The man is a national treasure.' Big Issue

Miriam Gómez Ruiz

In this book Richard Ayoade - actor, writer, director, and amateur dentist - reflects on his cinematic legacy as only he can: in conversation with himself. Over ten brilliantly insightful and often erotic interviews, Ayoade examines himself fully and without mercy, leading a breathless investigation into this once-in-a-generation visionary. Only Ayoade can appreciate Ayoade's unique methodology. Only Ayoade can recognise Ayoade's talent. Only Ayoade can withstand Ayoade's peculiar scent. Only Ayoade can truly get inside Ayoade. They have called their book Ayoade on Ayoade: A Cinematic Odyssey. Take the journey, and your life will never be the same again. Ayoade on Ayoade captures the director in his own words: pompous, vain, angry and very, very funny.

Ayoade on Top

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