This is essentially a well-done, illustrated career study of Susan Hayward, with biographical notes and an essay for each of her films, including Oscar-earning turns in I Want to Live!, and appearances in everything from "A" (Ada) to "Z" (Young and Willing) -- the filmography in the back of the book is alphabetical, which may at first confuse some readers. There are extensive notes, lots of black and white photographs, and synopses and critical reactions to each movie, with the author offering his own cogent opinions. The obvious affection for and appreciation of Hayward comes through on every page.
Verdict: Solid book on Susan Hayward and her career. ***.
Thanks, Bill, I will look for this one, too, on Amazon.
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for devoting your marvelous blog to such a great star this week!
Your Susan Hayward film festival on Great Old Movies was utterly divine!!
-Chris
Thank you so much, Chris! It was a pleasure viewing Hayward in so many different kinds of movies.
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