Produced by Irving Thalberg: Theory of Studio-Era Filmmaking

Explores Irving Thalberg's importance as not only a producer, but also a theorist of studio—era filmmaking
Offers a critical reappraisal of Thalberg’s legacyProvides in—depth analyses of Thalberg’s productions at MGM from 1924 through 1936Examines Thalberg’s impact on film—historical turning points, including the transition to sound cinema and the development of the Production CodeIrving Thalberg was not just a critically important producer during Hollywood’s Golden Age, but also an innovati...