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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 791.43028092
Fabric Type: 9780786410507
Legal Disclaimer: 0786410507
Maximum Color Depth: McFarland & Company
Metal Type: McFarland & Company
Publisher: 1
Region Code: 208
Total External Bays Free: December 27, 2004
Total Firewire Ports: McFarland & Company
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Editorial Review:
Product Description:
Bob Hope got his start in show business when he was in his twenties, remained active past the age of 90, and lived to be 100. His longevity was remarkable, especially when one considers that he was active in vaudeville, radio, motion pictures and television. He excelled in each of these popular forms of entertainment, but his films are the most genuine testaments to his timeless comedy. His smart quips, fast pace, and breezy manner were perfect ingredients for the brand of comedy that was popular during World War II and the years immediately following the war.
This book begins with a discussion of Bob Hopes early career and the short films that he starred in, and then covers each of the Hope films beginning with The Big Broadcast of 1938. The Hope films, the author says, do not have deep subtexts or clever cinematic innovations, but provide clever, uplifting entertainment that continues to inspire laughter and offer solid examples of the humor that made Americans smile during and after World War II. Cast and credit information is provided for each film.
Average Rating: 
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This is a really terrific starter book for any Bob Hope fan. All of his films are here in detail. Yes, it leaves you wanting more photos (that's its only fault), but it's loaded with fascinating trivia. Any shelf full of film and tv books needs this edition.
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I am a fan of Mr. Neibaur's writing. His book on the Jerry Lewis films is one of my favorites. This book, however, reeks of, "Hope recently died, so let's throw something together.". Hope was THE greatest single comedian working in films during the 40's into the mid 50's. He even surpassed the wonderful Red Skelton. (The best team films were made by Abbott and Costello during this time.) Therefore, Hope's film work should have inspired a much more detailed and incisive look. Chapters seem ... Read More
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OK, we all know about the negatives in Hope's later work. But read and refer to this book and you will be able to pick the films that will tickle your funny bone again and again. I grew up on these films but the book is solid with interesting observations and facts. Example: "Where There's Life" was unknown to me. Not any more. Neibaur also doesn't let his admiration for Hope get in the way of his evaluations of the films. Finally, you get lots of information about the films and the role each played ... Read More
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I agree with the negative reiews of this disappoiinting book. It has no depth and contains no thoughtful accounts of Hope's unique career in film. Not worth even a highly discounted price.
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"The Bob Hope Films" is not an in-depth biography or scandal-riddled tell-all. It is exactly what the title states, a history of Bob Hope's movie career. So on that level, it achieves its goal. Mr. Neibaur is obviously a Hope fan and rightfully champions many of the comedian's underrated comedies, but he is objective enough to separate the gold from the garbage. Be advised that if your only exposure to Hope movies has been "Call Me Bwana" or "Cancel My Reservation" you seriously need to check out his ... Read More
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