Mary Pickford the muse of the movies
Title:
Mary Pickford the muse of the movies
Author:
Coldicutt, Elizabeth Wood.
Publication Information:
[United States] : Cinema Libre Studio, 2012.
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (101 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Summary:
Traces the life and work of the legendary silent film star, movie pioneer, and keen businesswoman. Pickford's life also parallels an even larger story, telling of the birth of the cinema itself. Pickford co-created United Artists Studios, spearheaded the founding of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and established the Motion Picture Retirement Home. Mary, known as 'America's Sweetheart' was the first actress to earn one million dollars.
General Note:
"This is a story about (the original) America's sweetheart."
Speical features: Filmmaker Q & A from the Toronto International Film Festival; Audio interview from NPR's on film; Cast bios; Photo gallery.
Language:
English
Reading Level:
Rating: Not rated.
Personal Subject:
UPC:
881394115828
Format :
DVD
