Balducci, Anthony
Richard Pryor in Hollywood
- ISBN 13:
- 9781476673820
- author:
- Balducci, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland & Co Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 228
- Dimensions:
- 25.15 x 17.78 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Comedy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Richard Pryor in Hollywood: A Critical Analysis of His Narrative Films. The big screen was once eager to showcase Richard Pryor's dynamic stage presence, with studios providing him with full creative control and resources. However, Pryor's film career ultimately failed to live up to his stand-up success, with several high-profile flops damaging his reputation. This book examines the downfall of Pryor's movie career through in-depth analyses of each of his films. The author delves into the circumstances surrounding Pryor's cinematic failures, including The Toy and Superman III. By exploring these movies in detail, Balducci sheds light on the factors that contributed to Pryor's disappointing film output. This study offers a comprehensive look at Pryor's narrative films, providing insight into his career and its complexities.
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