Steven Bach was a prominent figure in Hollywood, serving as senior vice-president and head of worldwide productions for United Artists studios. His writing often delves into the complexities of filmmaking, examining both the creative aspirations and the potential pitfalls within the industry. Bach brought a critical and insightful perspective to his biographies of notable figures, meticulously unearthing truths and challenging established narratives. His literary contributions offer a unique lens through which to understand the film world and the individuals who shaped it.
A hefty biography which draws depth from extensive interviews with Dietrich and from Bach's scholarly and professional work connected with the movie industry. Includes many photos of the star growing up, and some movie stills. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
Leni Riefenstahl, the woman known as “Hitler’s filmmaker,” made some of the greatest and most innovative documentaries ever made. They are also insidious glorifications of Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich. Now, Steven Bach reveals the truths and lies behind Riefenstahl’s lifelong self-vindication as an apolitical artist who claimed to know nothing of the Holocaust and denied her complicity with the criminal regime she both used and sanctified. A riveting and illuminating biography of one of the most fascinating and controversial personalities of the twentieth century.