by:
Levy, Bill

Publisher:
Greenwood Press
Published:November 30, 1998
ISBN:0313275149
Format:Hardcover
Pages:384

Description: Choice
"For many years to come, this will be the definitive bibliography about John Ford. It is clearly presented, thoughtfully annotated, and chock-full of information....Levy includes a biographical account, an extremely detailed chronology of Ford's life, a filmography, lists of unrealized projects, awards and honors given to Ford, and relevant archival collections in the US and abroad. The filmography deserves to be singled out for its valuable commentaries and coverage of film reviews in popular magazines. Essential for most academic and public libraries."

Product Description:
John Ford (1894-1973) is universally acknowledged as one of the greatest directors in the history of cinema. He is the only person to win four Academy Awards for Direction, and he was also honored by receiving virtually every other cinematic award for his work as a director. This reference book provides researchers an opportunity to locate quickly and conveniently a vast body of information about John Ford. The heart of the volume is a detailed filmography, which includes individual entries for 184 motion pictures with which Ford was involved. The entries provide plot summaries, critical commentaries, cast and credit information, and excerpts from reviews. Also of importance is the book's enormous annotated bibliography, which cites more than 1000 works. The opening biography examines Ford as a person, as a director, and as a cinematic influence and provides a background for the entries that comprise the bulk of the volume. Additional sections include a chronology; a list of Ford's unrealized projects; his radio, television, and theater credits; his awards and honors; and special collections and archives.