Wellman, William
Wild Bill Wellman: Hollywood Rebel (Screen Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780813180939
- author:
- Wellman, William
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- University Press of Kentucky
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 658
- Dimensions:
- 23.5 x 15.6 centimeters (0.95 kg
- Genre:
- Biography, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
William "Wild Bill" Wellman: A Maverick Director The life and career of William "Wild Bill" Wellman, one of Hollywood's most iconic directors, has long been overlooked. This biography sheds new light on his remarkable story, from his early days as a professional ice-hockey player to his rise as a director of some of the most enduring films of the Golden Age. Wellman's passion for filmmaking was matched only by his passion for life - and his willingness to fight for what he believed in. With his fists, if necessary. Drawing on previously unpublished family materials, this biography offers a vivid portrait of a man who directed with a sense of urgency and purpose, working with stars like Clark Gable and John Wayne. A fascinating look at the life and legacy of a true Hollywood legend, Wild Bill Wellman is a riveting read that explores his years behind the camera and the stories he brought to the screen.
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