I'm a Lebowski, You're a Lebowski: Life, the Big Lebowski, and What Have You

The ultimate fan's guide to the Coen Brothers' cult classic, with an introduction by the Dude himself, Jeff Bridges.

To some The Big Lebowski is just a movie, to others it's THE MOVIE. Over the past several years the movie has developed a massive and passionate cult following, led by the creation of Lebowski Fest, a traveling festival celebrating all things Lebowski. Held in a bowling alley, it features bowling, costume and trivia contests, live music, a screening of the movie, White Russians, and what-have-you. Attendance has grown exponentially and the Fest has been featured in virtually every national media outlet, from NPR to the New York Times. The Associated Press called it "kind of a Star Trek convention, but without all the geeks." SPIN Magazine called it one of the "19 events you can't miss!" Now, at last, comes the book that the legion of Lebowski fans (aka Achievers) has been waiting for. I'm a Lebowski, You're a Lebowski is a treasure trove of trivia and commentary, hilarious throughout and illustrated with photos from the film, including dozens taken on the set by Jeff Bridges. It includes interviews with virtually every major and minor cast member including John Goodman, Julianne Moore and John Turturro, as well as the real-life individuals who served as inspiration for the characters such as Jeff Dowd and John Milius. Fellow Achievers Patton Oswalt, Tony Hawk and Powerpuff Girls creator Craig McCracken give their thoughts on the movie and the phenomenon that surrounds it. The book features a handy guide to speaking Achiever, tips on how to Dude-ify your car, office, and living space, Lebowski Fest highlights and so much more.

"'If you recognize the phrase 'I don't roll on Shabbos' or 'The Dude abides,' then you've seen The Big Lebowski, filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen's tribute to the detective genre starring Jeff Bridges as a bowling-loving stoner named 'The Dude' who accidentally gets mixed up with kidnappers, nihilists and other strange Coen brother — style comic types. A financial and critical bomb released in 1998, it has since gained a devoted cult following, due in no small part to the efforts of this delightfully obsessive book's authors, the organizers of 'Lebowski Fest,' a traveling celebration that combines the good vibes of a Grateful Dead concert with the fervor of a Star Trek convention. Like a typical Dead concert, however, the book is a lot of fun, but will seem uneven to all but the hardest-core fan. Highlights include insightful interviews with principal actors, including Bridges and John Goodman ('I think that's the favorite thing I've ever done in my life'). Unfortunately, the authors also feature various unsuccessful attempts at capturing the film's quirky humor ('How to Dude-ify Your Car') along with too many long and repetitious interviews with various Lebowski fanatics. (Sept.)' Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)" Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)

"The authors managed to score interviews with every major actor (and many of the minor ones), and they all have interesting stories to tell....Sure to be of interest to anyone who enjoys the film." Library Journal

The ultimate fans guide to the Coen Brothers cult classic The Big Lebowski, with a Foreword by the Dude himself, Jeff Bridges.

Bill Green is a graphic designer and the poster artist for Lebowski Fest.

Ben Peskoe is a Web developer and a writer.

Will Russell, a magician, and Scott Shuffitt, an artist, are the Founding Dudes of Lebowski Fest.