Weinberg, Herman G

New York. 1967. Dutton. 1st American Edition. Very Good in Wrappers. . 255 pages. paperback. Cover design by Lawrence Ratzkin. keywords: Film . FROM THE PUBLISHER - First published in Paris in 1966, this is the most complete study ever written of the films and career of the great director, Josef von Sternberg, the discoverer of Marlene Dietrich. The author, who is one of our leading film critics and historians, has written detailed analyses of all Sternberg's films, and he shows how Sternberg worked: how he selected the subjects of his films, how he adapted them to his unique style, and how he controlled all aspects of them. The author includes a special section on the relationship between Sternberg arid Marlene Dietrich, a long interview with Sternberg, a selection of critical evaluations of the films, extracts from the scenario of Shanghai Express and the entire remarkable narration of Antahan, the first correct filmography, an exhaustive bibliography, and a personal note on his impressions and experiences with Sternberg the man. Over fifty illustrations are included, most of which have never been published before. From the first reviews - ‘A solid achievement . . an incisive, knowing, and perceptive work.' - Variety (New York). ‘It will surely become the standard work on its subject. I enjoyed it tremendously.' - Thorold Dickinson (London University). ‘A very good book on a very great director.' - L'Express (Paris). ‘I liked it very much. With skill, simplicity, and precision emerges the portrait of this proud and baroque cinema genius.' - Francois Truffaut. inventory #14204