Hollywood Babylon
Hollywood Babylon
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
Hollywood, California • Early 20th century
1987
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Hollywood Babylon by Kenneth Anger delves into the scandals, mysteries, and darker aspects of the classic Hollywood era. The book uncovers controversial and sensational stories about celebrities, providing readers with an unvarnished look at the tumultuous lives of Hollywood stars and the film industry's hidden secrets.
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
5,967 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Kenneth Anger's Hollywood Babylon captivates with its sensational tales of Tinseltown's dark past, offering readers a mix of intrigue and scandal. Praised for its vivid storytelling and shock value, the book is criticized for potential inaccuracies and sensationalist tone, leaving readers questioning the blend of fact and fiction.
Who Should Read Hollywood Babylon?
A reader who delights in sensational, scandalous Hollywood history akin to a tabloid might enjoy Hollywood Babylon by Kenneth Anger. Comparable to readers of You Must Remember This podcast by Karina Longworth or The Kid Stays in the Picture by Robert Evans, this audience craves salacious behind-the-scenes tales.
5,967 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Hollywood Babylon by Kenneth Anger, first published in French in 1959, became a cult classic due to its controversial and scandalous portrayal of Hollywood's early years.
The book was banned in the United States shortly after its publication because of its explicit content and unverified sensational stories, leading to it being re-published in 1975 with even more notoriety.
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Kenneth Anger, apart from being an author, is also known for his avant-garde filmmaking, notably his Magick Lantern Cycle, which reflects his interest in occultism and surreal narratives.
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Book • Nonfiction
Hollywood, California • Early 20th century
1987
Adult
18+ years
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