--- product_id: 5434948 title: "Role Models" brand: "john waters" price: "₱3014" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5434948-role-models store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Role Models **Brand:** john waters **Price:** ₱3014 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Role Models by john waters - **How much does it cost?** ₱3014 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5434948-role-models) ## Best For - john waters enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted john waters brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Role Models ## Images ![Role Models - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GxPEb43hL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Learn how John Waters became John Waters in Role Models *by G***G on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 16, 2015* Wow. Where to start. This book was seriously whack-a-doodle. On the face of it, it is a semi-autobiographical story of the people that influenced, and still do influence, John Waters when growing up and beyond. It gives you a real insight into the inner workings of the man, where his ideas come from, and who he is. It sheds light on the fact that most of the world is far more screwed up than most people realize, and there is a dark, seedy underbelly that lies underneath the one that we all think we already know about, and suggests, strongly, that there are more layers of filth underneath that. I am also convinced, now more than ever, that Baltimore is the filthiest place in the United States, which, I believe, is Mr. Waters point. Casual readers should be warned: this book delves into some pretty dark places. While far from the worst stuff I've ever read, Waters does take the reader to some graphically filthy places, with language, imagery and ideals that many people might find objectionable. However, even at his worst, he manages to turn the subject around and bring out a laugh, forcing you to embrace the absurd filth and laugh with him at the absurdity of it all. Mr Waters writing style is eclectic - he jumps from topic to topic in a seemingly random, if energetic fashion, often raising a point, jumping to another idea or two, then circling back around to the original subject, which makes him a little hard to read, especially when he wanders off topic for a long time. I do believe that he went a little off the rails in the final chapter, in which, I guess, he was casting himself as a role model. And while that certainly fit the theme of the book, hardly matched the style. A slightly tighter editing would have resulted in five stars. If you are a hardcore Waters fan, then this book is a must. If you are an average Waters cultist, then read it. If you are a fan of his most popular works and not a homophobe, then go ahead and read it, it will be enlightening. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by A***N on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 26, 2022* Super fast shipping and a great product. Highly recommend the seller. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ John Waters saved my life. *by J***K on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 4, 2013* Those of you who are familiar with John Waters' work (including Role Models) will understand the significance of the above phrase. I must confess, I am generally appalled by his movies. Last night I watched Female Trouble and much of it was a turn-off, albeit a brilliantly conceived turn-off. (I did enjoy Serial Mom, Polyester, Hairspray, Cry-Baby, and Pecker, though.) But hearing John Waters speak about his life (you simply MUST get the audio version of this book) is a refreshing experience for me. I first read about John Waters in a book called Midnight Movies (which I had purchased at a used bookstore because it featured a chapter on my favorite cult classic, Night of the Living Dead). There I got to read about many other cult classics, including Pink Flamingos, and I still remember reading about its eccentric director, who at the time filled me with a mixture of horror and glee. Now I'm just full of glee as I ponder Role Models, which I listen to frequently and with relish. My favorite chapter is "Bookworm," where John describes five books that he thinks are worth reading for anyone who "has something basically the matter with him." It's set me on a path of seeking out the mostly obscure literary titles (authors include Denton Welch, Ivy Compton-Burnett, and Jane Bowles).In a particularly poignant chapter, John discusses Lesley Van Houten (ex-Manson follower, now rehabilitated); He also talks about Tennessee Williams, Johnny Matthis, fashion designer Rei Kawakubo, artists such as Cy Twombly and Mike Kelley, as well as some of his favorite Baltimore personalities such as Lady Zorro. He mostly neglects one of his biggest influences, William Castle, although Castle received a whole chapter in John's earlier book, Crackpot.If you love eccentric, you'll love Role Models. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5434948-role-models](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/5434948-role-models) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*