"The author has a sophisticated command of the material and the
book is balanced, judicious and very thorough. In particular, the
author explores aspects of Lorre's career that have been neglected
or misunderstood: his "Mr. Moto" roles; his extensive work on radio
and television; and the final phase of his film career working at
AIP." Andrew Spicer, University of the West of England
" This book] makes a significant contribution to the existing
literature on stardom and acting, with not only a useful
reappraisal of Lorre's work and reputation but also with some
valuable insights into the nature of "extra cinematic person," the
interrelationship between radio and cinema during the studio era,
and the significance of actor collaborations. This is a fascinating
study of how misconceptions arise over time regarding an actor's
persona and reputation." Martin Shingler, University of
Sunderland
Peter Lorre described himself as merely a 'face maker'. His own
negative attitude also characterizes traditional perspectives which
position Lorre as a tragic figure within film history: the
promising European artist reduced to a Hollywood gimmick, unable to
escape the murderous image of his role in Fritz Lang's "M." This
book shows that the life of Peter Lorre cannot be reduced to a
series of simplistic oppositions. It reveals that, despite the
limitations of his macabre star image, Lorre's screen performances
were highly ambitious, and the terms of his employment were rarely
restrictive. Lorre's career was a complex negotiation between
transnational identity, Hollywood filmmaking practices, the
ownership of star images and the mechanics of screen
performance.
Sarah Thomas is Lecturer in Film Studies at Aberystwyth
University.
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