Dan Callahan Libri

Who isn’t in awe of Vanessa Redgrave? Her career on stage and screen remains vital and her extreme-left political stands are still quite controversial. This is the moment, and this is the biography, to take stock of Vanessa Redgrave both as actress and as political activist with a critical, objective study of her life and career. It is also time to account for her unparalleled achievements as an empathetic actress of considerable genius.Anyone who has seen Redgrave in her numerous stage and film roles will know why she is the very best we have. The radiant, fearless, daring, perverse and always unpredictable Redgrave is the brightest light in the forest of her famous family.

Exploring themes of romantic and cinematic obsession, the narrative follows Bobby Quinn as he navigates his complex feelings for two captivating figures: Ben Morrissey, a charismatic photographer, and Monika Lilac, a passionate lover of silent films. Set against the vibrant backdrop of late 1990s Manhattan, the story delves into the struggles of young love and the desire to leave a lasting impact before time runs out.

Rising from a challenging childhood spent in foster homes, Barbara Stanwyck transformed her life through determination and talent, becoming one of Hollywood's most celebrated actresses. Her journey from chorus girl to leading lady saw her star in numerous acclaimed films from the 1930s to the 1950s, collaborating with renowned directors like Cecil B. DeMille and Frank Capra. A four-time Academy Award nominee, she also earned three Emmys, a Golden Globe, and a Lifetime Achievement Award, solidifying her legacy in American cinema.