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Who the Hell's In It?

Conversations with Legendary Film Stars
By Peter Bogdanovich
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Who the Hell's In It? by Peter Bogdanovich is a captivating collection of profiles and anecdotes about some of Hollywood's legendary actors. Through Bogdanovich's insightful and often personal observations, readers are offered an intimate glimpse into the lives and careers of screen icons from the golden age of cinema. The book blends the flair of a memoir with the detail of biography, showcasing the unique rapport the author held with these influential figures.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by classic Hollywood's golden era and the personalities behind the iconic films. Peter Bogdanovich offers an insightful exploration of the legends of cinema, sharing personal anecdotes and interviews that paint a vivid picture of their lives and careers. This book may appeal to you if you love behind-the-scenes stories and keen analyses of film stars' larger-than-life personas.

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Who the Hell's In It?

From Peter Bogdanovich - director, screenwriter, actor, and cinema scholar - 26 fascinating portraits of Hollywood's most acclaimed movie actors and actresses: stars whom he has known, admired, and occasionally worked with

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Who the Hell's In It? offers first-hand interviews with some of the greatest movie stars, serving as a kind of Heat magazine for the 1950s. This wonderful compendium is a perfect companion to those American Film Institute top 100s lists.

Featuring all of the big Hollywood names from the Golden Age of Hollywood, it includes icons from Marilyn Monroe to Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant to Frank Sinatra. This unique treasure-trove of stars has already received amazing publicity.

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Peter Bogdanovich's Who the Hell's In It? is praised for its affectionate and insightful collection of profiles on Hollywood's biggest stars. The book is highlighted for bringing movie stars to life through a mix of engaging interviews, pen-portraits, and captivating photographs. Critics commend Bogdanovich's ability to provide fresh and entertaining details, showcasing his appreciation for the unique qualities of classic Hollywood icons.

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ISBN: 9780571224319

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 419g

Pages: 544

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Peter Bogdanovich

About the Author

Peter Bogdanovich's feature films as director include Targets, The Last Picture Show, What's Up Doc?, Paper Moon, Daisy Miller, Saint Jack and Mask. He has published books about Orson Welles, Howard Hawks and John Ford, as well as the interview collection Who the Devil Made It. His essays and reviews have appeared in the New York Times, Vogue, Esquire and the New York Observer. He lives in New York City.

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