George Cukor has the distinction of having directed numerous classic Hollywood films, including The Philadelphia Story (1940), Adam’s Rib (1949), Gaslight (1944), and more. Dubbed a “woman’s director,” he directed some of the greatest stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age.
Joseph McBride’s George Cukor’s People: Acting for a Master Director not only discusses noteworthy performances in Cukor’s films but also examines some of the more progressive themes and portrayals for the period. McBride effectively presents a connection between Cukor’s personal attitudes and experiences in conjunction with a filmography that often expresses or comments upon them.
This book is highly recommended to fans of Cukor’s work across a wide body of film genres.
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