Synopses & Reviews
Always in competition with her older, more famous sister, Olivia de Havilland, Joan Fontaine had a varied and successful career of her own. She eventually attained stardom for her work in the film Rebecca, which won the 1940 Academy Award for best picture. The following year, she won the Academy Award for best actress in Suspicion, beating out her sister for the coveted prize. This book tells the story of her fascinating career and provides full information for her many performances.
A short biography of Fontaine begins the book and overviews the rivalry between Fontaine and her sister, her disappointing marriages, her illnesses, and her productive and rewarding career as an entertainer. Chapters then provide detailed information for her films, radio and television shows, and stage appearances. Each chapter contains individual entries for her productions, with entries providing cast and credit information, a plot summary, a critical analysis, and excerpts from reviews. An annotated bibliography provides information about books and articles related to every aspect of Joan Fontaine's life and work.
Review
This is a thorough and interesting presentation of the life of one of America's most famous actresses. The researcher or film buff will be able to find almost everything written, filmed, or recorded by or about Fontaine in this book.ARBA 95
Synopsis
Always in competition with her older, more famous sister, Olivia de Havilland, Joan Fontaine had a varied and successful career of her own. She eventually attained stardom for her work in the film Rebecca, which won the 1940 Academy Award for best picture. The following year, she won the Academy Award for best actress in Suspicion, beating out her sister for the coveted prize. This book tells the story of her rich career and provides details about her many performances.
Synopsis
Traces and details the life and career of Joan Fontaine.
About the Author
MARSHA LYNN BEEMAN is a freelance writer and photographer.
Table of Contents
Preface
Biography
Chronology
Filmography: Short Films and Guest Appearances
Stage Appearances
Broadcast Appearances: Radio Broadcasts, Television Broadcasts
Discography: Recorded Radio and Film Appearances
Bibliography: Books with Prominent Mention of Joan Fontaine, Magazine Articles
Index