Silent Stars Speak: Interviews with Twelve Cinema Pioneers - Softcover

Villecco, Tony

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0786408146 ISBN 13: 9780786408146

Publisher: McFarland, 2001

Synopsis

The pioneers of the motion picture industry were a group of uncommonly talented men, women, and children. Many of their films have now vanished or disintegrated, and the only evidence of them is in the memories of their creators. The twelve men and women featured in this collection of interviews share their memories of the early days of filmmaking, from the technicalities of lighting and production, to celebrities they encountered. The interviewees include Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., Virginia Cherrill, child star "Baby Peggy," director Andrew Stone, and original "Our Gang" member Jean Darling. Their stories of what it was like to make a movie in the silent era are illuminating glimpses into an era that fades with every passing year. Each interview is accompanied by a comprehensive filmography, and dozens of photographs of these celebrities and their associates are also included.

About this title

About the Author

Tony Villecco writes for such publications as Classic Images, Films of the Golden Age, and Silent Film Monthly. A classical tenor soloist, he lives in Port Crane, New York.

Edition details

• Publisher: McFarland
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0786408146
• ISBN 13: 9780786408146
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 200