The Complete Kay Francis Career Record : All Film, Stage, Radio and Television Appearances

Kear, Lynn/ Rossman, John

McFarland & Co Inc（2018/09発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 295 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9781476675299
• DDC分類 791.43028092

Full Description

This book is the definitive guide to the film, stage, radio and television career of Kay Francis, one of the most glamorous stars from the golden age of Hollywood. For each film, the authors provide a thorough synopsis plus cast and crew information (including biographies), opening dates, production notes, behind-the-scenes details, and reviews. In addition, information is provided on her stage, radio, and television appearances, and a section is devoted to collecting Kay Francis memorabilia, including such items as cigarette cards, sheet music and soundtracks. Also covered is the stage and vaudeville career of Kay Francis' mother, Katherine Clinton. A brief biography of Kay Francis is provided, along with an insightful foreword by film scholar James Robert Parish. Truly a treasure trove for Kay Francis fans and anyone interested in classic filmmaking in the 1930s and 1940s, the book includes more than 130 illustrations, many of them rare.

Contents

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments     

Foreword by James Robert Parish     

Preface     

Biography     

The Films of Kay Francis     

Appendix A: Stage Appearances     

Appendix B: Major Radio Appearances     

Appendix C: Television Appearances     

Appendix D: Selected Memorabilia     

Appendix E: Residences     

Appendix F : Katherine Clinton's Stage Appearances     

Appendix G: The Players     

Notes     

Bibliography     

Index