Michael Freedland Knihy

Kniha zachycuje život a filmové role irského herce, osmkrát nominovaného na Oscara. Držitel čestného Oscara, vítěz Emmy a Zlatého glóbu.

Michael Caine is the star of some of the finest British films of the last 40 years, such as "Zulu", "Alfie", "Get Carter" and "Educating Rita", all of which culminated in his 1986 Oscar-winning performance in "Hannah and Her Sisters". Down the years he has reinvented himself many times, as raconteur, writer, producer, patron of the arts and restaurateur. This biography traces the events that would take Caine from his childhood in Southwark to the army in Korea, from national recognition in England to the superstardom of the story of an old-fashioned East End boy made good.

This narrative goes beyond the typical tale of a Holocaust survivor, as it chronicles the extraordinary journey of an individual who became an Olympic athlete shortly after liberation. Michael Freedland captures this story through extensive interviews with Ben, his family, fellow survivors, and residents from his hometown in Poland. Ben grew up in Pietrkow, where he was known as a protector, especially to his sister, the only other family member to survive. When the Nazis invaded, his mother and one sister were killed, but Ben and his father initially survived in the town ghetto by working in a glass factory and woodwork plant. Their fate changed when they were sent to Buchenwald concentration camp, where his father perished. Eventually liberated by the Red Army and taken to Theresienstadt, Ben later moved to England as part of "The Boys." His athletic talent shone through as he represented Britain in weightlifting at two Olympic Games. After a successful business career, he dedicated himself to uniting survivors, founding the 45 Aid Society, and collaborating with various organizations to support Holocaust education. Now in his mid-80s, Ben actively participates in the Claims Conference, advocating for survivors and promoting reconciliation with Germany and Poland, both of which have honored him for his contributions.

An informal, intimate, but not particularly reflective account of Frank Sinatra's personal and professional life, from his rough beginning in the Italian quarter of Hoboken, New Jersey, to megastardom and all the neuroses associated with it. Includes 24 b&w photos. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.