Marcello Mastroianni: The Myth and the Movies

Chris Wade explores the career of legendary actor Marcello Mastroianni, the Italian icon who gained mythical status when he starred in Fellini's La Dolce Vita. Marcello was a leading light in world cinema from the fifties until his death in 1996, starring in some of the finest films of the 20th century. This book goes through his mighty career on screen, from the early Italian comedies, through the iconic sixties, the latter day renaissance and to his final years. It also includes a new interview with Beeban Kidron, who directed him in 1992's Used People. Films explored include: La Dolce Vita, 8 1/2, La Notte, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow, A Special Day, City of Women, The Beekeeper, Ginger and Fred, Dark Eyes and many more...