Did you ever wonder what the 25 "most Dangerous Films Ever" were? Or wonder which Hollywood stars were related, and to whom? Or how about the real names of stars better known as...?
"The Hollywood Book of Lists" is the book for you, then, as it is filled with these sorts of lists and many, many more. Or even if you just enjoy a good movie or some great old movies, you'll still find plenty in this book to pique your interest and intrigue you mightily.
For instance, what does the AFI consider the best 100 films ever made (well, as of 2000, which is when this book was published)? Not only will you find out, but you'll find author Spignesi's own list and how he feels about the top 100, and whether, in his opinion, a movie deserves to be higher on the list, lower on the list, or not there at all. No surprise that he disagrees with the AFI's #1 top film, Citizen Kane.
In addition, you'll find out the fates of many deceased entertainers, and where some of those who were cremated have their ashes scattered. You'll even find the Pope's Top Ten movie list. And you thought the church looked down on the movie industry for promoting all that sex, violence, drinking and drug-using!
Every list in this book delights and informs at the same time. If you didn't know before, you'll find out who "Alan Smithee" is and why seeing his name on a movie is an almost sure sign it is going to suck, bigtime. From the seven most true to life Mob movies (and one TV series) to 40 Cameos of the Director you'll find in Alfred Hitchcock's films, this book is truly something you'll read and refer back to on a fairly regular basis. It may even inspire you to hold a movie weekend and discuss your own movie list!
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