Jennifer Jones: The Life and Films by Paul Green (English) Paperback Book

Description: Jennifer Jones by Paul Green Chronicles the film career of Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Jones, from her faltering start as Phylis Isley (her real name) at Republic Studios in 1939, to her re-invention as a major star by producer David O. Selznick. Each of her 24 films, among them The Song of Bernadette, Duel in the Sun, Madame Bovary and Love Is a Many Splendored Thing, is discussed in depth. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The distinguished film career of Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Jones (1919-2009) is thoroughly chronicled from her faltering start as Phylis Isley (her real name) at Republic Studios in 1939, to her re-invention as a major star by producer David O. Selznick, the actress second husband. Each of her 24 films--among them The Song of Bernadette, Since You Went Away, Duel in the Sun, Portrait of Jennie, Madame Bovary and Love Is a Many Splendored Thing—is discussed in depth.Robert Osborne, host of the Turner Classic Movies cable channel, affectionately recalls his interview with Jennifer Jones in the Foreword. The actress biography, radio appearances and unrealized projects are also covered, along with previously undocumented details of her limited stage career, including a 1966 revival of Clifford Odets The Country Girl. Author Biography Paul Green is a biographer specializing in film and television history. He lives in Rustburg, Virginia. Table of Contents Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Foreword by Robert Osborne Preface Introduction 1. Oklahoma to Hollywood 2. Republic Pictures 3. Return to New York City 4. The Song of Bernadette 5. Since You Went Away 6. Love Letters 7. Cluny Brown 8. Duel in the Sun 9. Portrait of Jennie 10. We Were Strangers 11. Madame Bovary 12. Gone to Earth 13. Carrie 14. Ruby Gentry 15. Stazione Termini aka Indiscretion of an American Wife 16. Beat the Devil 17. Love Is a Many- Splendored Thing 18. Good Morning, Miss Dove 19. The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit 20. The Barretts of Wimpole Street 21. A Farewell to Arms 22. Tender Is the Night 23. The Idol 24. Angel, Angel, Down We Go 25. The Towering Inferno 26. Life After Film 27. The Plays of Jennifer Jones 28. Jennifer Jones on Radio 29. The Films That Got Away 30. Reluctant Sex Symbol Filmography Appendix: Jennifer Jones Credits and Memorabilia Chapter Notes Bibliography Index Review With an uncommon combination of compassion and sensitivity, Paul Green critically uncovers the myths and mysteries behind one of classic cinemas greatest unsung screen goddesses. Blending biography and filmography, Jennifer Jones: The Life and Films, generously explores the seamless struggle of a woman and actress fighting her way through real life and reel life, respectively. The result is a powerful literary portrait of a highly private person at odds with her art, image and ambition." - David Ybarra, Daeida Magazine"The structure of Paul Greens book is just perfect. Reading it is effortless and very entertaining. Pauls conversational writing style makes you feel as if you are on the stage floor when she gets her Academy Award and you feel the depth of respect this award worthy biography embodies. Greens respect for Jones is so evident, not crass and tacky like many biographies are today. This one belongs in every film schools library, on the top of the list for must read biographies." —Tommy Garrett, Canyon News. Review Quote "An overdue tribute to a lady and a legend...masterfully detailed...a literary work-of-art...with an uncommon combination of compassion and sensitivity, Paul Green critically uncovers the myths and mysteries behind one of classic cinemas greatest unsung screen goddesses. Ultimately, he does more than analyze the fascinating career of a great actress; he helps us to understand the fragile humanity of a tragic genius."-David Ybarra, Daeida Magazine ; "the structure of Paul Greens book is just perfect. Reading it is effortless and very entertaining. Pauls conversational writing style makes you feel as if you are in that dark room with Jones when she decides to call her doctor to tell him that shes checking out, so to speak. You also feel as if you are on the stage floor when she gets her Academy Award and you feel the depth of respect this award worthy biography embodies. Greens respect for Jones is so evident, not crass and tacky like many biographies are today. This one belongs in every film schools library, on the top of the list for must read biographies. This book captures in a very concise and readable way the life, loves and losses of a woman who we will never forget. This book is also something you will never forget. Its authors critical eye and mind for details cannot be compared to any other. Paul Green hit this biography out of the poverbial park"- Canyon News . Details ISBN0786460415 Author Paul Green Short Title JENNIFER JONES Language English ISBN-10 0786460415 ISBN-13 9780786460410 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2011 Subtitle The Life and Films Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States DEWEY 791.43028092 Birth 1955 AU Release Date 2011-07-22 NZ Release Date 2011-07-22 UK Release Date 2011-07-22 Pages 278 Publication Date 2011-07-30 Illustrations 83 photographs, filmography Audience General US Release Date 2011-07-30 Audience Age 18 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Imprint McFarland & Co Inc We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135083519;

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