American Plays and Musicals on Screen

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The book serves as an annotated guide to American stage productions adapted for film and television, tracing the evolution from late 19th-century plays and musicals to modern made-for-video productions. It highlights the interplay between Broadway and Hollywood, showcasing both successful adaptations and notable failures. Covering a wide range of formats, including silent and sound films, it provides a comprehensive resource for understanding the impact of theatrical narratives on cinematic storytelling.