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Get to know the star of some of the world's favourite film and TV classics in this fascinating and funny memoir. For over forty years, Sam Neill's name has been a hallmark of quality. From enduring blockbusters to arthouse classics, his work has taken him all over the world, starring with some of cinema's greats. In Did I Ever Tell You This? he shares stories from an extraordinary life with charm, honesty and an appreciation for the absurd. Moving and often laugh-out-loud funny, this is the inspirational story of a man who, when life knocks him down, stands up again. This paperback edition of Neill's bestseller contains new stories written since the hardcover release. Sam Neill has appeared in almost a hundred feature films and dozens of TV series in a career spanning half a century. He is the proprietor of Two Paddocks winery in Central Otago, where he not only makes exceptional pinot noir but maintains his friendships with a range of ducks, pigs, cows, sheep and other animals. In 2022, he was awarded a knighthood in New Zealand in recognition of his outstanding contribution to film. 'Hilarious, wicked, wonderful, kind, thoughtful, engaging and wise.' – Stephen Fry – 'I love this book, it's like spending time with you. A real treat. Fantastic.' – Graham Norton – 'Charming. A transparently lovely man, with a life hectically well lived.' – Mail on Sunday – 'Full of warm, funny, and sometimes heartbreaking stories. It will make you feel like you have just sat down under a tree to chat with a dear friend.' – Jimmy Barnes – 'Brilliant and eye-opening...deeply personal yet highly relatable. You'll both laugh and cry with Neill...A heartwarming, wise and highly recommended read.' – Better Reading.