A biography of Anne Bancroft (1931-2005) - American film, television and stage actress, stage producer and film director. Respected for her acting prowess and versatility,... Læs mere
Focusing upon Frances' acting career, this book restores her position as a significant Hollywood player of the 1930s to 1950s. An analysis of film, radio and television work is offered, as well as assessments of the three biopics and the documentaries in which she is featured.
Examines 45 films featuring 'grande dames' in horror films. This book includes a history of women in horror before the 1962... Læs mere
This is the first full-length biography of the American dancer, singer and actress Gwen Verdon (1925-2000). Winner of four successive Tony Awards for her work in... Læs mere
Provides the first English-language treatment of the life and film career of Jules Dassin. His biography is recounted, with special attention paid to his exile after being... Læs mere
Joanne Woodward is an American film, television and stage actress, television producer and director, stage director, and film director. This book is the first to be... Læs mere
Ann Miller (1923-2004) was an American actress, dancer, singer and author. Best known as a tap dancer, Miller practiced other forms of dance, and some of her solo routines... Læs mere
Gene Hackman has been described as the best actor of his generation, he won the Best Actor Academy Award for The French Connection (1971) and the Best Supporting Actor Academy Award for Unforgiven (1992). A filmography/videography is included in this full coverage of his career.
The first to span her life and career, this biography surveys Brittany Murphy’s films, television appearances, stage shows, music videos, and public appearances in... Læs mere
June Allyson was an American film, television and stage actress, singer, dancer and author. After appearing in movie shorts and on Broadway as a chorus girl and featured... Læs mere
The first book-length study of the American actress Sandy Dennis (1937-1992). Winner of two successive Tony Awards for her work in the theatre in 1963 and 1964, she moved... Læs mere