Robert Altman The Oral Biography
“Robert Altman The Oral Biography” by Mitchell Zuckoff, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on December 7, 2010, is an illustrated account that delves into the life of the iconic director Robert Altman. This 576-page biography captures Altman’s journey from his childhood in Kansas City to his groundbreaking contributions to American cinema, starting with the release of “M*A*S*H” in 1970. The narrative is enriched by Altman’s final interviews and insights from a diverse array of voices, including notable figures from the entertainment industry.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of Altman’s multifaceted life, exploring his experiences as a director and his impact on the performing arts. The book presents a tapestry of anecdotes and reflections that highlight his unique approach to filmmaking and his legacy within the 20th-century entertainment landscape. With a focus on biography and the history of American cinema, this oral biography offers a comprehensive look at the man behind the camera and the stories that shaped his career.
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Robert Altman—visionary director, hard-partying hedonist, eccentric family man, Hollywood legend—comes roaring to life in this rollicking oral biography. After an all-American boyhood in Kansas City, a stint flying bombers in World War II, and jobs ranging from dog tattoo entrepreneur to television director, Robert Altman burst onto the scene in 1970 with M*A*S*H. He reinvented American filmmaking, and went on to produce such masterpieces as McCabe & Mrs. Miller, Nashville, The Player, Short Cuts, and Gosford Park. In Robert Altman, Mitchell Zuckoff has woven together Altman’s final interviews; an incredible cast of voices including Meryl Streep, Warren Beatty, Paul Newman, among scores of others; and contemporary reviews and news accounts into a riveting tale of an extraordinary life.
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