Many of the stars of the silver screen in twentieth-century Hollywood became national icons, larger-than-life figures held up as paragons of American virtues. Unfortunately, the private lives of actors such as John Wayne, Henry Fonda, and Errol Flynn rarely lived up to the idealistic roles they portrayed. However, James Stewart was known as the underdog fighter in many of his films and in real … life. He was highly decorated for his bravery during his time as a bomber pilot during World War II and was adored for his earnest and kindly persona.
Here many unknown sides of Stewart are revealed: his explosive temper, his complex love affairs, his service as a secret agent for the FBI, his innate shyness, and his passionate patriotism. Munn’s personal touch shines through his writing, as he was a friend of Stewart and his wife, Gloria, and interviewed them as well as their colleagues and friends. This definitive biography reveals the childhood ups and downs that formed this cinema hero, explores the legendary Fonda–Stewart relationship, and recounts Stewart’s experiences making acclaimed films that include The Philadelphia Story, Rear Window, Anatomy of a Murder, It’s a Wonderful Life, and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
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Interesting book concerning Jimmy Stewart. It covers girlfriends,wife, his involvement in helping Hoover ID actors or actresses involved with communist friends or sympathizers. It also delves into his home life and time in the Air Force. The book at times is boring but if one keeps reading it resolves soon and you read an interesting story or tidbit.
quick and easy read about one of the most loved actors of the 20rh century.. waaahl….
Watched all his movies growing up. Was surprised to learn his connections to the FBI. Showed a different view of some of the other actors he knew and worked with.
This is an excellent biography