This comprehensive biography of Arthur Penn offers an accessible, engaging account of one of the 20th century's most influential filmmakers. Thematic chapters lucidly convey the story of Penn's life and career, as well as pertinent events in the history of American film, theater, and television. In the process of tracing the full spectrum ... more

The first biography to cover the entire life and career of one of America's most intriguing show-business luminaries and true mavericks. From a lonely childhood in Kansas, to his drug-fueled days in Hollywood and Taos, New Mexico, his amazing life was a roller-coaster ride. He acted in more than 115 movies, four TV series, directed ... more

Entertaining and challenging, these classic film-themed crossword puzzles from Turner Classic Movies are a wildly popular feature of TCM's monthly Now Playing guide. Collected here for the first time in one handy volume are the very best of these fun brainteasers that celebrate the silver screen. With a foreword by host Robert Osborne ... more

In Marlene: Marlene Dietrich, A Personal Biography, a legendary Hollywood icon is vividly brought to life, based on a series of conversations with the star herself and with others who knew her well. Charlotte Chandler interviewed Dietrich at her apartment in Paris in 1976 and 1977, and then talked to her several more times by telephone. ... more

MGM: Hollywood's Greatest Backlot is the illustrated history of the soundstages and outdoor sets where Metro-Goldwyn-Mater produced many of the world's most famous films.During its Golden Age, the studio employed the likes of Garbo, Astaire, and Gable, and produced innumerable iconic pieces of cinema such as The Wizard of Oz, Singin' ... more

Written by Ruth Barton, this captivating biography examines the life, career, and scandals of Hollywood great Hedy Lamarr. Along with a detailed examination of Lamarr's filmography, the book examines her work as a novice inventor and presents insight into how her complicated private life impacted her on-screen work. Format: Hardcover; ... more

All About Eve. Funny Face. Sunset Blvd. Rear Window. Sabrina. A Place in the Sun. The Ten Commandments. Scores of iconic films of the last century had one thing in common: costume designer Edith Head (1897-1981). She racked up an unprecedented 35 Oscar nods and 400 film credits over the course of a 50-year career. Never before has the ... more