Pola Negri: Temptress of Silent Hollywood

by Sergio Delgado

Overview

Femme fatale Pola Negri (1897-1987) was one of the great stars of the silent film era, an actress whose personal story of hardships and successes, loves and tragedies is more compelling than most Hollywood dramas. Yet today she is largely overlooked, her name tarnished by myths and scandals.

Taking a fresh look at her life and career, this book debunks the myths and gossip, presenting a candid portrait of one of the silent screen's most sensational leading ladies.

Rare photographs are included, along with in-depth discussions of her films.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781476664309
Publisher:	McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
Publication date:	08/08/2016
Pages:	196
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Sergio Delgado is a writer, film historian and movie palace enthusiast with a long-time interest in Pola Negri. He lives in Lenexa, Kansas, with his wife and a vast collection of silent film memorabilia.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments v

Preface 1

1 A Peculiar Public Perception 5

2 Variations on Apolonia Chalupec 8

3 The Rise of Pola Negri 16

4 America Goes Ga-Ga for Pola 31

5 The Paradox of Publicity 43

6 Pola Negri in Paramount Pictures 56

7 The Anatomy of Failure 130

8 Pola in Purgatory 133

9 The Wandering Star 141

10 Der Führer's Favorite 152

11 All Too Soon Forgotten 161

Chapter Notes 171

Bibliography 181

Index 185

Editorial Reviews

an informative, interesting and insightful book...highly recommended”—James L. Neibaur, writer; “a worthwhile introduction...a look at the Polish-born superstar who conquered two continemts”—The Huffington Post.

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