Real Depravities:
The Films of Klaus Kinski
Author Troy Howarth
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Paperback
Pages: 534
ISBN-10: 1537349279
ISBN-13: 978-1537349275
Dimensions: 7” x 1.2” x 10”
Genius? Madman? Both? Klaus Kinski, enfant terrible, is
as renowned for his extraordinary performances as he is reviled for his
off-screen antics. From his early days as a proverbial “starving artist” to his
peak period as a star attraction who commanded top dollar from producers around
the globe, Kinski attracted a great deal of press—much of it negative. In the
25 years since his death, a lot has been written about him, pro and con, but in
the process a lot of his work as an artist has been overlooked. Troy Howarth,
the author of such acclaimed books as Splntered Visions: Lucio Fulci and His
Films and the Rondo Award-nominated So Deadly, So Perverse: 50 Years of Italian
Giallo Films, seeks to rectify that injustice by examining Kinski’s massive
filmography in detail. Everything from his early German “krimi” thrillers and
international breakthroughs like Doctor Zhivago to grade-Z horror films like
Schizoid and artistic triumphs like Agguire, the Wrath of God are catalogued
and assessed. Along the way, some myths are debunked and plenty of color is
provided by way of testimony from those who worked with Kinski. And for the
more visually-oriented, never fear: there are a ton of stills, posters,
behind-the-scenes and candid shots to drink in, as well.
Available September 23, 2016
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