{"product_id":"harry-langdon-king-of-silent-comedy-hardcover","title":"Harry Langdon: King of Silent Comedy - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGabriella Oldham\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMabel Langdon\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eHarry Langdon\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong silent film comedians, three names stand out-Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and Harold Lloyd-but Harry Langdon indisputably deserves to sit among them as the fourth \"king.\" In films such as \u003ci\u003eThe Strong Man \u003c\/i\u003e(1926) and \u003ci\u003eLong Pants \u003c\/i\u003e(1927)\u003ci\u003e, \u003c\/i\u003e Langdon parlayed his pantomime talents, expressive eyes, and childlike innocence into silent-era stardom. This in-depth biography, which features behind-the-scenes accounts and personal recollections compiled by Langdon's late wife, provides a full and thoughtful picture of this multifaceted entertainer and his meteoric rise and fall. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthors Gabriella Oldham and Mabel Langdon explore how the actor developed and honed his comedic skills in amateur shows, medicine shows, and vaudeville. Together they survey his early work on the stage at the turn of the twentieth century as well as his iconic routines and characters. They also evaluate his failures from the early sound period, including his decision to part ways with director Frank Capra. Despite his dwindling popularity following the introduction of talkies, Langdon persevered and continued to perform in theater, radio, and film-literally until his dying day-leaving behind a unique and brilliant body of work. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing never-before-published stories and photos from his immediate family, this biography is a fascinating and revealing look at an unsung silent film giant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGabriella Oldham\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of \u003ci\u003eFirst Cut: Conversations with Film Editors\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFirst Cut 2: More Conversations with Film Editors\u003c\/i\u003e. Her love of silent comedy inspired \u003ci\u003eKeaton's Silent Shorts: Beyond the Laughter\u003c\/i\u003e and a forthcoming book on silent film comediennes. Most recently, she published \u003ci\u003eJohn Cassavetes: Interviews\u003c\/i\u003e. She is also an educator and a writing coach. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMabel Langdon\u003c\/b\u003e (1906--2001) was the wife of Harry Langdon. She promoted his legacy through international appearances at film retrospectives and in interviews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 358\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 9.2 x 6.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 18, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47468597084413,"sku":"9780813169651","price":64.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/3414\/0157\/files\/RGI2SVlJamN5R0xha2JMcnIvWDFyUT09.webp?v=1777290540","url":"https:\/\/booktolia.com\/products\/harry-langdon-king-of-silent-comedy-hardcover","provider":"booktolia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}