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OverviewArriving in Hollywood in 1950 to launch her American film career, Jean Simmons (1929-2010) had already appeared in 18 British films and was best known for her portrayal of Ophelia in Laurence Olivier's Hamlet. She soon became a favorite female face working with some of filmmaking's greats and acted opposite many Hollywood A-listers. Two of her most popular films—Guys and Dolls (1955) and Spartacus (1960)—were international box-office hits, and in her seven decades-long career she collected numerous awards and honors including a Golden Globe, an Emmy, and two Oscar nominations as Best Actress. Despite the accomplishments and accolades, radiant beauty, and stunning versatility, Simmons is considered by many to be an underrated artist, too often handed more comfortable leading female roles than those that could've elevated her to the level of super stardom experienced by some of her peers. This, the first full-length biography of Simmons, fills a gap in film and performing arts studies, and includes extensive notes and photographs. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michelangelo CapuaPublisher: McFarland & Co Inc Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.242kg ISBN: 9781476682242ISBN 10: 1476682240 Pages: 277 Publication Date: 30 July 2022 Recommended Age: From 18 years Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. A Cockney Kid from Cricklewood 2. Estella 3. Ophelia 4. Road to Stardom 5. Granger 6. A Gilded Cage 7. Howard Hughes and RKO 8. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 9. Marlon 10. What a Doll! 11. Wise's Choices 12. Ups and Downs and Ups 13. Richard Brooks 14. A Tough Comeback 15. The Heidi Game 16. A Little Night of Music 17. TV, Flirts and Booze 18. Greater Expectations Filmography and Career Record Chapter Notes Bibliography IndexReviewsAuthor InformationMichelangelo Capua is the author of several McFarland biographies of Hollywood film stars. He lives in London. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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