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1. What is "Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski" based on?

"Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski" is based on a barely fictionalized memoir of the screenplay "Barfly." It covers the production and writing of the Hollywood life of one individual's dreams.

2. Describe the satire in "Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski."

"Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski" satirized Hollywood life. It looks at the excesses, attitudes, self-obsession, and mentality of Hollywood people. It makes fun of them.

3. Describe Hank.

Hank is a fictionalized version of author Chisanski. He is a writer who is ambitious and wants to bring out big ideas on the screen.

4. Who is Paul Renoir?

Paul Renoir is an avant garde opera director. Hank and Sarah meet him at Pinchot's house in Part 1.

5. Describe Pinchot.

Pinchot is very wealthy and knows many famous people. He is also a writer, but he seems to take more interest in Hank's writing jobs than his own.

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