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2.0 out of 5 stars
Weinberg Becomes A Cheerleader, May 2, 2000
This review is from: Josef Von Sternberg (Aspects of film) (Hardcover)
Unfortunately the author assumes the role of cheerleader rather than an objective observer of Josef von Sternberg's films and life. Although this is an information packed book, Mr. Weinberg unnecessarily attacks other critical assessments of von Sternberg's work. Another disappointing facet of this book is Weinberg's convoluted phrasings and writing style.
Certainly the subject matter (von Sternberg) is of importance to film and photography buffs but the reader of von Sternberg's life and works would be better served reading von Sternberg's "Fun In A Chinese Laundry." The information contained in Weinberg's book is sufficient for a 2 star rating, but not more.
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