Gary Carey (2) (1938–2008)

Anita Loos, b.1888 (maybe 1893). She wrote the novel, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. By 1921 she was writing movie scenarios in Hollywood and earning $100,000 a year.

One review of Carey's biog of Loos calls the writing "lackluster and tedious." I would concur. How is it possible not to get this woman's personality onto the page--but Carey manages. Also, Carey may know the facts of Loos's life, but he doesn't show much knowledge or interest in the period--which is a crime.

A positive: the book is show more filled with wonderful photos.

A big negative: no notes, no bibliography, no index. show less

SEE ALSO: "Judy Holliday Comedy Collection"
In this 2-DVD set, Judy Holliday stars in five of her best films from the '50s

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