The Rko Story

The Rko Story

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Richard B. Jewell With Vernon Harbin
Binding: Hardback
Published: ARLINGTON HOUSE, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This definitive cinematic history chronicles the rise and fall of RKO Radio Pictures, one of Hollywood's most influential Golden Age studios. It meticulously details the production of all 1,051 films released by the studio, from groundbreaking classics to forgotten gems. Richard B. Jewell and Vernon Harbin present an unparalleled visual and textual archive, illustrating each entry with rare photographs and insightful commentary. This comprehensive volume uncovers the creative forces, financial struggles, and artistic triumphs that defined RKO's unique legacy, offering an essential resource for film scholars and enthusiasts alike.

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Description

Author: Richard B. Jewell With Vernon Harbin
Binding: Hardback
Published: ARLINGTON HOUSE, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This definitive cinematic history chronicles the rise and fall of RKO Radio Pictures, one of Hollywood's most influential Golden Age studios. It meticulously details the production of all 1,051 films released by the studio, from groundbreaking classics to forgotten gems. Richard B. Jewell and Vernon Harbin present an unparalleled visual and textual archive, illustrating each entry with rare photographs and insightful commentary. This comprehensive volume uncovers the creative forces, financial struggles, and artistic triumphs that defined RKO's unique legacy, offering an essential resource for film scholars and enthusiasts alike.