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Victor Fleming: An American Movie Master

Name: Victor Fleming: An American Movie Master
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Book Synopsis: The full-length, definitive biography of the legendary director of Gone With the Wind and The Wizard of Oz. Victor Fleming was the most sought-after director in Hollywood’s golden age, renowned for his ability to make films across an astounding range of genres–westerns, earthy sexual dramas, family entertainment, screwball comedies, buddy pictures, romances, and adventures. Fleming is remembered for the two most iconic movies of the period, Gone With the Wind and The Wizard of Oz, but the more than forty films he directed also included classics like Red Dust, Test Pilot, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Captains Courageous. Paradoxically, his talent for knowing how to make the necessary film at the right time, rather than remaking the same movie in different guises, has resulted in Victor Fleming’s relative obscurity in our time. Michael Sragow restores the director to the pantheon of our greatest filmmakers and fills a gaping hole in Hollywood history with this vibrant portrait of a man at the center of the most exciting era in American filmmaking. The actors Fleming directed wanted to be him (Fleming created enduring screen personas for Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, and Gary Cooper), and his actresses wanted to be with him (Ingrid Bergman, Clara Bow, and Norma Shearer were among his many lovers). Victor Fleming not only places the director back in the spotlight, but also gives us the story of a man whose extraordinary personal style was as thrilling, varied, and passionate as the stories he brought to the screen.

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Experience the magic of Hollywood's golden age with Victor Fleming: An American Movie Master. Immerse yourself in the definitive biography of the legendary director behind iconic films like Gone With the Wind and The Wizard of Oz. As the most sought-after director of his time, Fleming's talent spanned across genres, including westerns, comedies, romances, and adventures. With over forty films under his belt, such as Red Dust and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Fleming's creative genius knows no bounds.

Don't let his relative obscurity in the present day fool you. Michael Sragow's captivating portrayal brings Victor Fleming back to the forefront of Hollywood history, ensuring that his contributions to American filmmaking are not forgotten. Fleming's innate ability to create enduring screen personas for renowned actors like Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, and Gary Cooper continues to influence the industry to this day.

But it wasn't just the actors who admired Fleming. Actresses such as Ingrid Bergman, Clara Bow, and Norma Shearer were captivated by his charm and talent. Victor Fleming's personal style was as captivating as the stories he brought to life on the silver screen. Join us on a journey through the extraordinary life and career of a director who left an indelible mark on the world of cinema.

Discover the man behind the legends. Uncover the untold stories and behind-the-scenes details that shaped Hollywood's golden age. Get your copy of Victor Fleming: An American Movie Master today and experience the magic for yourself.

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