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The Musical (hardback): From Broadway to Hollywood, (Hardcover)
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JMD 8279
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- From Broadwayto Hollywood MICHAEL B. DRUXMAN Combining as it does the elements of drama, comedy, music, dance, photography, and design, the film musical is a unique and favored genre, with, it would seem, almost unlimited possibilities for artistic expression and satisfying entertainment. This potential has, at times, been realized with particular success. Some of the best-loved films in motion-picture history have been musicals. And, with the exception of several MGM originals and a few of the show-business biographies, the most admired musical films have been those adapted from the stage. Of the seven musicals that have won the Academy Award for Best Picture, four-West Side Story, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, and Oliver!-had their origins in the theatre. However, the transfer of a production from stage to screen is, to say the least, a precarious affair. Many of Broadway's most successful shows have bombed on celluloid. Why does this happen?In an attempt to answer that question, film writer Michael B. Druxman here provides an excellent survey of the movie musical, focusing on twenty-five musicals adapted from the stage. The films span three decades, and hits as well as flops are included. What happens when a musical play is adapted from the stage to the screen? Should the resulting film be a carbon copy of the play, or is it better to utilize the screen's greater flexibility to create a new, original, and completely different work of art? Can one go too far in this direction, and by tampering with a script divest an established hit of the appealing qualities that made it popular in the first place? Or, is it true that, as Norman Jewison said in speaking of his enormously popular film, Fiddler on the Roof, A bad musical film is one that sticks to the play?On the other hand, can a movie version that is too imaginative and opulent distract audiences from the plot and score and smother a production that was successful in the theatre? More specifically, how did the producers and/or directors of the films highlighted in this volume approach their material? How were the productions received? These and other important questions regarding movie musicals are dealt with extensively herein.Some of the films treated at length are Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Oklahoma!, Guys and Dolls, Carousel, Pal Joey, Damn Yankees, Porgy and Bess, Gypsy, Finian's Rainbow, Cabaret, Man of La Mancha, and Jesus Christ Superstar. A full chapter is devoted to each film; plots, characters, songs, musical scores, stars (singers, actors, dancers), directors, producers, composers, costumes, sets, choreography-all are given their due. In addition to the twenty-five chapters on individual movies, there is a background introduction to the genre.And, of course, there are photographs-over 200 of them! All the twenty-five musicals discussed in detail are well represented, but there are over 50 stills from other musical films as well-from The Vagabond King (1930) to Hair (1979).
| Book format | Hardcover |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Art, Music, and Photography |
| Publication date | March, 2022 |
| Pages | 216 |
| Subgenre | Theater |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | BearManor Media |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Is collectible | N |
| Binding type | Case Binding |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product height | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 1.75 lb (790 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Performing Arts |
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The Musical (hardback): From Broadway to Hollywood, (Hardcover)
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Answer: The book covers the adaptation of stage musicals to film, including analysis of successful and unsuccessful examples. -
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Answer: Yes, it includes over 200 photographs related to the musicals discussed.
Michael B Druxman All Books Editorial Review
The Musical (hardback): From Broadway to Hollywood is a captivating non-fiction book that explores the rich history and evolution of musical theater. Published by BearManor Media in March 2022, this hardcover edition spans 216 pages and delves into art, music, and photography seamlessly intertwined within the world of theater. Readers can expect detailed insights into the performing arts, making it a valuable addition to any enthusiast's collection. Its large format enhances the visual experience, and the engaging content promises to enthrall both casual fans and dedicated scholars alike.
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- High-quality hardcover format for durability
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- Visually engaging with art and photography
- Published by a reputable publisher
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- Delve into the world of film musicals from Broadway to Hollywood.
- Explore 25 iconic musicals adapted from the stage.
- Includes extensive analysis of successful and unsuccessful adaptations.
- Features over 200 photographs capturing musical history.
- Examines the creative decisions behind each film's production.
- Learn why some beloved stage shows fail on screen and others succeed.
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