Richard Harris: Sex, Death & the Movies - Softcover

Callan, Michael Feeney

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1861057660 ISBN 13: 9781861057662

Publisher: Robson Books, 2004

Synopsis

Richard Harris was a genius whose frenzied existence sometimes overshadowed his enormous talent. Over 45 years, his career spanned small theatrical productions and Hollywood blockbusters. Renowned for his roles in classics like Mutiny on the Bounty, A Man Called Horse, Camelot, The Field, and Unforgiven, Harris’ off-screen drinking and womanizing with fellow hell-raisers Richard Burton and Peter O'Toole also brought him notoriety. Although few people accompanied Harris for any duration on the roller-coaster ride of his life, award-winning writer, director, and fellow Irishman Michael Feeney Callan joined the ride and stayed the course. After striking up a warm friendship with the actor in the mid-‘70s, Callan embarked on an authorized biography. To mark Richard Harris’ passing, Callan has revisited and expanded on his original book to create this fresh and revealing tribute.

About this title

About the Author:

Fellow Irishman Michael Callan, an award-winning writer and dramatist, was one of the few journalists that Harris was friendly with. Callan first met Harris in the mid-seventies and worked with him on a screenplay. He is the author of several best-selling showbiz biographies, including a forthcoming book on Anthiony Hopkins, to be published by Robson Books.

Review:

“Through Callan's astute composition, Harris transcends the anticipated gin–soaked reputation.” -- Kirkus Reviews

About this edition

• Publisher: Robson Books
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1861057660
• ISBN 13: 9781861057662
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 354