Download or read book Sophia Loren written by Charles River Charles River Editors and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-02 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *Includes pictures. *Includes Loren's quotes about her life and career. *Includes a bibliography for further reading. "Getting ahead in a difficult profession requires avid faith in yourself. That is why some people with mediocre talent, but with great inner drive, go so much further than people with vastly superior talent." - Sophia Loren Among all the stars in Hollywood, there are few alive who have achieved as iconic a status as Sophia Loren, a stunning beauty whose career started because of an appearance in a beauty pageant in Italy but quickly ascended to the top of the profession. Loren has won every kind of major award, from an Oscar to a Golden Globe, and she has too many lifetime achievements to count. Alongside Shirley Temple and Lauren Bacall, Loren is the only living actress who made the American Film Institute's list as one of the Top 50 actresses of the 20th century, and as one of just 13 on the list born outside the U.S., she is unquestionably Italy's most acclaimed and famous actresses. Loren's glamorous appearances have been seen by millions of viewers over the last 50 years, but few are familiar with what a stark contrast there was between her status as a sex symbol and her difficult childhood. Born in Italy in 1934, Loren's family wasn't well to do, and she came of age during World War II, and being in Italy, her family constantly had to deal with Allied bombing campaigns. In fact, one bombing raid left Loren injured by shrapnel as she attempted to reach shelter. She would later note, "The facts of life are that a child who has seen war cannot be compared with a child who doesn't know what war is except from television." Nevertheless, shortly after the war, she entered a beauty pageant at the age of 14 and was discovered there, leading to a career spanning about 60 years. Sophia Loren: The Life of Italy's Most Famous Actress examines the life and work of one of the world's most famous actresses. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about Loren like never before.
Download or read book Italian Movie Goddesses written by Stefano Masi and published by Gremese Editore. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The careers, films and best photos of Italian divas.
Download or read book Sophia Loren An Italian Icon in Hollywood written by ChatStick Team and published by ChatStick Team. This book was released on 2024-03-20 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 🎬✨ Dive into the Riveting Story of Sophia Loren, a True Italian Masterpiece in Hollywood! ✨🎬 Discover the extraordinary journey of Sophia Loren in "From Naples to Hollywood: The Inspiring Journey of Sophia Loren's Rise to Stardom and Enduring Legacy". This meticulously crafted ebook takes you on an unparalleled adventure from the cobblestone streets of Pozzuoli to the glamorous avenues of Hollywood, unveiling the captivating story of an actress who redefined the boundaries of cinema. 🌟 Inside this Journey, You'll Discover: Sophia's Humble Beginnings: Explore her early years and the resilience that propelled her from war-torn Italy to global stardom. Hollywood Breakthrough: Relive the pivotal moments that marked Sophia's transition to Hollywood, breaking cultural and industry barriers. Iconic Roles and Performances: Delve into the roles that made Sophia Loren a household name, showcasing her versatility and depth as an actress. Beyond the Screen: Get an intimate look at Sophia's life outside of acting, including her style icon status, personal relationships, and philanthropic efforts. Enduring Legacy: Understand the impact of Sophia Loren's career on the film industry and her influence on generations of actors and filmmakers. 📖 Whether you're a lifelong fan of Sophia Loren, a classic film aficionado, or someone who appreciates the stories of inspirational figures overcoming the odds, this book is a must-read. It's not just a biography; it's a celebration of a woman who lived with passion, determination, and grace. 💖 Download your copy today and be inspired by the timeless story of Sophia Loren, an Italian icon whose legacy continues to shine in Hollywood and beyond. 💖
Download or read book Italian Film written by John Stewart and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 840 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An encyclopedic reference and filmography to the nearly 5,000 people involved in the Italian film making industry since 1896. Each entry provides a brief biography and an account of what films each person worked in and in what capacity. An annotated title index includes a listing of both the Italian and English-language title versions. Annotation c
Download or read book Adelaide Ristori written by Adelaide Ristori and published by . This book was released on 1888 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Imperial Gina written by Luis Canales and published by Branden Books. This book was released on 1990 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A picture of the life of this unusually beautiful and talented woman.
Download or read book Her Story A Tribute to Italian Women written by Peter Loyson and published by African Sun Media. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique book! Italian women at their best! What talent! This book is a must read for everyone who loves Italian culture and those who appreciate talented women. Extensively researched with hundreds of references, it is a comprehensive encyclopedic analysis highlighting the length and breadth of Italy’s most incredibly talented women, including 114 writers, 56 opera singers, 63 other singers, 55 musicians, 52 film icons, 39 fashion designers, 59 medical women, 40 chefs, 47 artists, 23 academics and 114 sportswomen, amongst others. All discussed in chronological order in each of their fields with many interesting stories, including a chapter on the emigration of impressive female Italian talent.
Download or read book Sophia Living and Loving written by A. E. Hotchner and published by William Morrow. This book was released on 1979 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces Sophia Loren's rise from slum urchin of Pozzuoli to reigning queen of the cinema world, highlighting her early poverty, illegitimacy, criminal prosecution for adultery, marriage, and fight to have a child and surveying the triumphs and tribulations of her filmmaking career.
Download or read book Bellissima written by Stephen Gundle and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Although the public discussion of feminine beauty was largely a male affair, the women were caught up in it, and who were seen, on account of their beauty, to embody the nation, were never passive objects. Indeed, they often used or manipulated the tradition of beauty for their own ends. This book explores these issues through the careers and public images of numerous prominent women including Queen Margherita of Savoy, the opera singer Lina Cavalieri, and the film stars Gina Lollobrigida, Sophia Loren, Claudia Cardinale and Monica Bellucci."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book Macmillan Dictionary of Women s Biography written by Jennifer Uglow and published by Springer. This book was released on 1991-06-27 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The enthusiastic response to the Dictionary has prompted this second substantially enlarged, revised and updated edition. It now contains essential details of the lives of over 2000 women from all periods, cultures and walks of life - from queens to cooks, engineers to entertainers, pilots to poisoners. The new entries include women who have hit the headlines in the past five years - from Cory Aquino to Madonna - but the historical coverage has also been broadened in response to new research and a special new feature is the extended treatment of women from Third World countries. With subsections for further reading, comprehensive subject index and bibliographical survey, the Macmillan Dictionary of Women's Biography is an invaluable reference source - and a fascinating bed-time read.
Download or read book Her Story A Tribute to Italian Women written by Peter Loyson and published by African Sun Media. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique book! Italian women at their best! What talent! This book is a must read for everyone who loves Italian culture and those who appreciate talented women. Extensively researched with hundreds of references, it is a comprehensive encyclopedic analysis highlighting the length and breadth of Italy’s most incredibly talented women, including 114 writers, 56 opera singers, 63 other singers, 55 musicians, 52 film icons, 39 fashion designers, 59 medical women, 40 chefs, 47 artists, 23 academics and 114 sportswomen, amongst others. All discussed in chronological order in each of their fields with many interesting stories, including a chapter on the emigration of impressive female Italian talent.
Download or read book Eleonora Duse in Life and Art written by Giovanni Pontiero and published by Frankfurt am Main ; New York : V.P. Lang. This book was released on 1986 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new biography of the Italian actress Eleonora Duse (1858-1924) traces her progress from obscurity to international acclaim as one of the most charismatic and influential actresses of her generation. A true pioneer in the theatre, Duse perfected an introspective style of acting which left critics and audiences spellbound. Vision and courage were the hallmark of her unique personality and no sacrifice was too great in her untiring quest for a «theatre of poetry».
Download or read book A Biographical Dictionary of Actors Actresses Musicians Dancers Managers Other Stage Personnel in London 1660 1800 written by Philip H. Highfill and published by SIU Press. This book was released on 1973 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like the works already published, these latest volumes of the Biographical Dictionary deal with theatre people of every ilk, ranging from dressers and one-performance actors to trumpeter John Shore (inventor of the tuning fork) and the incomparable Sarah Siddons. Also prominent is Susanna Rowson, a novelist, actress, and early female playwright. Although born into a British military family, Rowson often wrote plays that dealt with patriotic American themes and spent much of her career on the American stage. The theatrical jewel of these volumes is the "divine Sarah" Siddons: "She raised the tragedy to the skies," wrote William Hazlitt, and "embodied to our imagination the fables of mythology, of the heroic and dignified mortals of elder time." She endured much tragedy herself, including a crippling debilitating illness and the deaths of five of her seven children. Siddons played major roles in both comedy and tragedy, not the least of which was a performance as Hamlet.
Download or read book Duse a Biography written by William Weaver and published by San Diego : Harcourt Brace Jovanovich. This book was released on 1984 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on a wealth of unpublished letters, diaries, and personal papers, Weaver brings alive the legend of Italian actress Eleanor Duse, one of the greatest actresses in the history of the theater. Index; photographs.
Download or read book Wingless Victory A Biography of Gabriele D Annunzio and Eleonora Duse written by Frances Winwar and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-12-09 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is not a definitive biography for no work that has life as its root can ever be rigidly set. Nor can one claim to have said the last word while there is a creative mind capable of a new idea or an original interpretation. It has been the author’s aim, through exhaustive research and objective handling of newly uncovered facts, to come as close as possible to essential truth, clouded for many years by passion and prejudice, particularly regarding Eleanora Duse, d’Annunzio and Il Fuoco and, later, the Comandante’s role in the First World War. The publication of pertinent material, available for the first time in a biography, may help to reveal the characters in their true light, with all their faults, which were great, and with their virtues, which were greater still.
Download or read book Sophia Loren written by Cindy De La Hoz and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2017-09-26 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book on Sophia of its kind, Sophia Loren: Movie Star Italian Style is a photographic tribute to the beloved icon, recounting the star's extraordinary life and notable films. From the humblest of beginnings in her native Italy, Sophia Loren has gone on to have one of the most interesting paths in motion picture history. In a career spanning close to seven decades, she starred in epic blockbusters of the '50s, '60s, and '70s; dazzled in dramatic roles opposite the likes of Cary Grant, Marcello Mastroianni, John Wayne, Gregory Peck, and Marlon Brando; and turned heads in classics like Houseboat, Marriage Italian Style, Grumpy Old Men, and Two Women, for which she was awarded the first Academy Award for Best Actress in a leading role given to the star of a foreign film. Sophia Loren is a photographic tribute to the beloved icon, taking you on an illustrative journey through her remarkable life, dearest relationships, and diverse film canon. Filled with hundreds of rare color and black-and-white photographs and featuring quotes by Sophia and those who have known her best, it's a volume as stunning as its ageless subject.
Download or read book Eleonora Duse written by Helen Sheehy and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2009-02-04 with total page 549 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new biography, the first in two decades, of the legendary actress who inspired Anton Chekhov, popularized Henrik Ibsen, and spurred Stanislavski to create a new theory of acting based on her art and to invoke her name at every rehearsal. Writers loved her and wrote plays for her. She be-friended Rainer Maria Rilke and inspired the young James Joyce, who kept a portrait of her on his desk. Her greatest love, the poet d’Annunzio, made her the heroine of his novel Il fuoco (The Flame). She radically changed the art of acting: in a duel between the past and the future, she vanquished her rival, Sarah Bernhardt. Chekhov said of her, “I’ve never seen anything like it. Looking at Duse, I realized why the Russian theatre is such a bore.” Charlie Chaplin called her “the finest thing I have seen on the stage.” Gloria Swanson and Lillian Gish watched her perform with adoring attention, John Barrymore with awe. Shaw said she “touches you straight on the very heart.” When asked about her acting, Duse responded that, quite simply, it came from life. Except for one short film, Duse’s art has been lost. Despite dozens of books about her, her story is muffled by legend and myth. The sentimental image that prevails is of a misty, tragic heroine victimized by men, by life; an artist of unearthly purity, without ambition. Now Helen Sheehy, author of the much admired biography of Eva Le Gallienne, gives us a different Duse—a woman of strength and resolve, a woman who knew pain but could also inflict it. “Life is hard,” she said, “one must wound or be wounded.” She wanted to reveal on the stage the truth about women’s lives and she wanted her art to endure. Drawing on newly discovered material, including Duse’s own memoir, and unpublished letters and notes, Sheehy brings us to an understanding of the great actress’s unique ways of working: Duse acting out of her sense of her character’s inner life, Duse anticipating the bold aspects of modernism and performing with a sexual freedom that shocked and thrilled audiences. She edited her characters’ lines to bare skeletons, asked for the simplest sets and costumes. Where other actresses used hysterics onstage, Duse used stillness. Sheehy writes about the Duse that the actress herself tried to hide—tracing her life from her childhood as a performing member of a family of actors touring their repertory of drama and commedia dell’arte through Italy. We follow her through her twenties and through the next four decades of commissioning and directing plays, running her own company, and illuminating a series of great roles that included Emile Zola’s Thérèse Raquin, Marguerite in Dumas’s La Dame aux camélias, Nora in Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, and Hedda in his Hedda Gabler. When she thought her beauty was fading at fifty-one, she gave up the stage, only to return to the theatre in her early sixties; she traveled to America and enchanted audiences across the country. She died as she was born—on tour. Sheehy’s illuminating book brings us as close as we have ever been to the woman and the artist.
