I, Fellini

Author: (Chen) Chandler, D. (Author), Huang Cuihua (Translator)
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: Compared to his dreams, Federico Fellini's real life was even more extraordinary. He channeled his dreams onto film, leaving behind a rich legacy for us. This book is the result of Charlotte Chandler spending fourteen years (1980–1993) in dialogue with Federico Fellini, divided into three parts. The first part recounts Fellini's early life, including his exposure to circus, cinema, and American comics; his youth working as a cartoonist and journalist in Rome; and his subsequent involvement with radio and film scriptwriting. The second part tells of his journey to becoming a director and gradually gaining fame. The third part focuses on how Fellini became a master and ultimately an icon. Federico Fellini told the author, "I have told you everything I have in this life. These are my last words, because there is nothing more for me to say." This book is rich in detail and written with a gentle and intimate style, which will undoubtedly help readers understand both Federico Fellini the person and his works.