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Frank Sinatra on the Big Screen

The Singer as Actor and Filmmaker

Author: James L. Neibaur & Gary Schneeberger
Paperback: 264 pages
Publisher: McFarland & Company (2022)
Avg. Rating: [ Unrated ]
ISBN: 9781476684505
In Print? Yes

The chapter on 4 FOR TEXAS (1963) discusses The Three Stooges' involvement in the film.  Although it was Sinatra who arranged for the trio to join the cast, it is costars Dean Martin and Uursula Andress who share the scene with Moe, Larry & Curly Joe.

From the back cover...

"Frank Sinatra is an iconic figure in music, but his film career is often overlooked.  His innate talent as an actor is proven in many serious dramatic roles, including films like MAN WITH THE GOLDEN ARM, THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE, and FROM HERE TO ETERNITY for which he received an Oscar.

From romantic musical comedies to Rat Pack films, Frank Sinatra achieved a great deal of success in motion pictures.  He even took a stab at directing.

This book examines each of Frank Sinatra's movies, from his early years as a bobby soxer idol, to more serious roles that exhibited the depth of his talent.  Provided are background stories, production information, critical assessments, and an explanation of how his career as a recording artist connected to the movie.  Discover through 60 photographs, interviews and more, this under-appreciated aspect of Sinatra's career."


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