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# Marlene Dietrich: The Life

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    Marlene Dietrich, Genuine Movie Star
  

*by R***S on Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2016*

This bio of Marlene Dietrich (MD) by her daughter Maria Rivas is 790 pages - a lot to review.  The book is based on Rivas's long-time, intimate relationship with her mother, her own diaries, MD's diaries, her father's diaries, newspaper and critics' reports - plus, copies of MD's personal correspondence (she always made a copy of everything, knowing that Rivas would some day write her bio).  MD was a great star; the American Film Institute ranked her 9th among the greatest actresses of all time.  She began her career as an actress in Germany, then Hollywood, and then later she performed in Las Vegas, night clubs and other venues as a singer, performing all over the globe. The book is interesting because she was a great celebrity and constantly active for some 6 decades. She was also a maverick in many respects:  she wore men's clothing, she was bi-sexual, her husband and she had an 'open' marriage, which allowed her to pursue liaisons with anyone, anywhere - but usually with celebrities like herself - actors, singers, politicians, generals, movie makers, writers, etc. She lived constantly on the road in hotels or in other accommodations provided by friends. She earned big money and she was very generous with it. She read voraciously - in at least 3 languages - and maintained that 'the more you read, the better it gets!'. She had a lot to say about men and sex (trust me!). She eventually became very opinionated about most subjects, a chronic complainer in general, and brutally frank and free with her criticism of others (Wallis Simpson, for example, 'must have been 'very good' to land a king!). She became a student of her profession and eventually an accepted authority on most subjects related to it - costumes, make-up, coiffure, lighting, sound, jewelry, diet, etc.. American movies, she remarked, are mainly about 'little people with little problems - all presented like big dramas!'.  Movie making, she maintained, was simply about making films. If well attended, you were engaged to make another, and vice-versa. She believed in the powers of astrologers and often conferred with one before making a serious decision regarding her career or travel.  She lived more regally than the average queen and usually travelled with some 40 suitcases. She basked in the glory of her own celebrity.  She thought people should do whatever makes them happy, live life to the fullest, with no limitations, and that's what she did.  Eventually she began to suffer some aches and pains, which resulted in her eventually becoming an out-of-control alcoholic and drug addict. With her contacts and her money she was able to obtain any medications she wanted.  When friends complained about their physical problems, MD would 'prescribe' something, buy it and mail it to them.  Rivas feared that her mother would one day be arrested for distributing illegal drugs - but that never happened, because  MD was basically above the law. MD's favorite role, she maintained, was entertaining the front-line troops in Europe during WWII with the USO.  To facilitate her travels in the war zone she was given the rank of captain and she travelled in her army uniform.  Her wartime performances won for her many, many new fans and the highest possible civilian awards from the U.S. and French governments.  MD's bio offers much to admire and much to criticize, perhaps, but both make for interesting reading.  Enjoy!  Rolland Amos, Severn MD

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    A favorite biography for over 20 years
  

*by B***G on Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2019*

This biography first came out after Mommy Dearest and other mother-bashing bios were published. This one is different because you don't feel the outrage from a child, but instead the calm rational thoughts of a sober adult. Still, the effect is just as chilling. Marlene lives only for her public, her image, and her lovers. The rest are disposable, including her grandchildren. But you end up admiring this staunch, formidable women as she struggles with old age and illness. Every page is a gossipy delight as we learn too much about her costars and lovers: John Wayne refused to join her male stable; Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. was the Knight whom Marlene courted in London and Hollywood; Maurice Chevalier, Jean Gabin, Brian Aherne, and Michael Wilding were devoted slaves to her every wish--at least between marriages. Marlene is a surprise as well--intellectual, superstitious, stoic, and visually creative. You might even have a laugh or two because Marlene can be hilarious as she rattles to her daughter about people's handicaps. Highly recommended.

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    Marlene Dietrich - a daughter's viewpoint
  

*by J***E on Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2017*

A fascinating book about the life of a famous movie star written by her daughter.  Her daughter is caught between love and hate and admiration and envy of her famous Mother. Marlene Dietrich certainly lived a tumultuous lifestyle starting out in Bohemian Berlin between the two World Wars,  onto the heyday of Hollywood in the 30s, and dangerous times during World War II.  Somehow the mystique about Marlene is still here today, and it is all because she knew how to manage her career long before professional women were common.  Her ideas about bringing up children are certainly not acceptable today, but nevertheless, her daughter seems to have thrived during her lifetime.

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