The Films Of James Cagney
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Book: Good
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Pages: Good
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Few Hollywood legends burned as brightly — or as violently — as James Cagney, the scrappy, electric performer who transformed the gangster genre and left an indelible mark on American cinema. The Films of James Cagney by Homer Dickens chronicles the full arc of Cagney's extraordinary screen career, from his explosive breakthrough in The Public Enemy (1931) to his iconic, Oscar-winning turn in Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) and beyond, presenting a richly illustrated, film-by-film survey packed with stills, cast lists, and critical commentary that celebrates one of Hollywood's most versatile and captivating stars. Dickens writes with the enthusiasm of a true cinephile and the precision of a dedicated film historian, illuminating Cagney's remarkable range — a man equally at home trading punches in a crime thriller as he was tapping his way through a Busby Berkeley musical. The book argues persuasively that Cagney was far more than a tough guy archetype; he was a singular artist whose physicality, timing, and sheer magnetic presence redefined what screen acting could be. A vital addition to any classic Hollywood library, this volume leaves you wondering: just how many of Cagney's films have you yet to discover?
Author: Homer Dickens
Format: Paperback
Genre: Movies & entertainment
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few Hollywood legends burned as brightly — or as violently — as James Cagney, the scrappy, electric performer who transformed the gangster genre and left an indelible mark on American cinema. The Films of James Cagney by Homer Dickens chronicles the full arc of Cagney's extraordinary screen career, from his explosive breakthrough in The Public Enemy (1931) to his iconic, Oscar-winning turn in Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) and beyond, presenting a richly illustrated, film-by-film survey packed with stills, cast lists, and critical commentary that celebrates one of Hollywood's most versatile and captivating stars. Dickens writes with the enthusiasm of a true cinephile and the precision of a dedicated film historian, illuminating Cagney's remarkable range — a man equally at home trading punches in a crime thriller as he was tapping his way through a Busby Berkeley musical. The book argues persuasively that Cagney was far more than a tough guy archetype; he was a singular artist whose physicality, timing, and sheer magnetic presence redefined what screen acting could be. A vital addition to any classic Hollywood library, this volume leaves you wondering: just how many of Cagney's films have you yet to discover?