The Life and Times of Sydney Greenstreet

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Sydney Greenstreet's remarkable transition from a seasoned stage actor to a cinematic icon is highlighted in this first dedicated biography. Renowned for his unforgettable role as Kaspar Gutman in The Maltese Falcon, his film career, though brief, featured significant performances in classics like Casablanca. The book showcases Greenstreet's diverse theatrical background and includes over a hundred photographs, many previously unseen, capturing his essence both on and off the screen. It offers an in-depth look at his contributions to film and theater.