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Behind the Mask: Vincent Price's Journey from Shakespeare to Horror
Paperback
Series: Abo's Publishing Guide
Entertainment & Performing Arts
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Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jul 27 2024
Pages: 82
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A fascinating history, Behind the Mask: Vincent Price's Journey from Shakespeare to Horror, explores the life and career of the legendary actor, showing how he went from being a classical dramatist to a master of horror. Vincent Price's career spanning more than six decades is a fascinating narrative of creative development, propelled by his constant love of the macabre and his passion for storytelling.
Price had difficulties throughout his career, from his early years on Broadway performing in Shakespearean plays as the principal actor to his latter years as the master of horror films. Through the highs and lows of his career, personal hardships, artistic achievements, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes that formed his incredible journey are all revealed in this book.
Price's family, friends, and coworkers were all personally accessible for this biography, which offers fresh insight into the man behind the mask. You will learn:
- Early in his career, Price practiced his art on the New York and London stages.
- His collaborations with renowned filmmakers such as Alfred Hitchcock, Orson Welles, Jacques Tourneur, Robert Siodmak, Roger Corman and William Castle, Peter Lorre, Peter Cushing, and Boris Karloff, Barbara Steele, Basil Rathbone .
- The pivotal moment that inspired him to investigate the realm of horror films
- was the creation of some of his most well-known movies, such as The Abominable Dr. Phibes and House on Haunted Hill
Price never wavered from his creative vision, using his skills to breathe life into people and create an ambiance that enthralled viewers all around the globe. Anybody interested in learning more about the interesting life story of one of Hollywood's most beloved performers, as well as fans of horror films, should read Behind the Mask: Vincent Price's Journey from Shakespeare to Horror.
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