Fans of musicals will sing when a division president of MGM and industry insider presents her entertaining, illuminating insights on exactly what happens when stage meets screen.
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For general readers and movie lovers, this volume describes the history of movie adaptations of musicals, specifically the stories behind the making of films such as Sunset Boulevard, My Fair Lady, West Side Story, Gypsy, The Sound of Music, Cabaret, Chicago, Hello Dolly!, The Producers, and Hairspray. Incorporated are b&w and color photos of stage and movie versions (often in large two-page spreads), and quotes from stars, directors, and producers. Denkert is an entertainment attorney who has lived in New York and Los Angeles. Measurements for the book are 10.5x13". Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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