Renegade Women in Film and TV

De: Elizabeth Weitzman

Narrado por: Mozhan Marnò

A charming and timely tribute to the women who broke glass ceilings in film and television, debuting during an historic time of change in the entertainment industry.

Renegade Women in Film and TV blends fascinating biographical profiles and exclusive interviews with icons like Barbra Streisand, Rita Moreno, and Sigourney Weaver to celebrate the accomplishments of 50 extraordinary women throughout the history of entertainment. Each profile highlights the groundbreaking accomplishments and essential work of pioneers from the big and small screens, offering little-known facts about household names (Lucille Ball, Oprah Winfrey, Nora Ephron) and crucial introductions to overlooked pioneers (Alla Nazimova, Anna May Wong, Frances Marion). From 19th century iconoclast Alice Guy Blaché to 21st century trailblazer Ava DuVernay, Renegade Women honors the women who succeeded against all odds, changing their industry in front of the camera and behind the scenes.

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"Renegade Women is a must-read." -- Paste

"With lovely illustrations and in-depth bios along with exclusive interviews... this is one book pop culture aficionados won’t want to miss." -- Parade.com

"[This] beautifully illustrated book... is the perfect way to celebrate women in entertainment." --Bustle

"Weitzman has a sense of fun, a sense of history and, when warranted, of outrage." --NY Daily News