
The Genius of the System
Hollywood Filmmaking in the Studio Era
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Paul Boehmer
At a time when the studio is making a stunning comeback, film historian Thomas Schatz provides an indispensable account of Hollywood's traditional blend of business and art. This book lays to rest the persistent myth that businesspeople and producers stifle artistic talent and reveals instead the genius of a system of collaboration and conflict. Working from industry documents, Schatz traces the development of house styles, the rise and fall of careers, and the making - and unmaking - of movies, from Frankenstein to Spellbound to Grand Hotel. The Genius of the System gives the definitive view of the workings of the Old Hollywood and the foundations of the New.
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A fascinating and extensive look at Old Hollywood
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Great pacing and wonderful enunciation!
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A Textbook on Old Hollywood
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Great book especially for TCM fans
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Tightly Packed
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I think that if you are a serious movie buff and love movies that this is the book for you . I highly recommend it.
love Hollywood ? this is the book for you.
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The big picture, business story of the Hollywood studios.
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