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Abbott and Costello in Hollywood
The president of the Abbott and Costello Fan Club and the personal archivist for the Abbott and Costello estates combine their resources to produce this comprehensive, one-of-a-kind volume. Giving in-depth coverage of each of their 36 feature films from start to finish, this is the only book that has the permission of Abbott and Costello estates to use rare personal materials, many of which have never before been seen by the public.
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272 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 1, 1991
About the author
Bob Furmanek
1 bookBob Furmanek is the founder of the 3D Film Archive which works to restore and re-release stereoscopic films.
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July 29, 2015
Excellent overview of the team's films.
October 7, 2020
Essential to any A&C fan.
April 7, 2023
The most comprehensive reference work into the film career of Abbott and Costello goes in-depth into all 36 films including facts about the making of each film and is filled with tons of photos if you are an Abbott and Costello fan this is definitely the book you need
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April 21, 2023
This is a MUST-HAVE for any Abbott and Costello fan. Very detailed film by film review with lots of good stories and information I don't know where you'd find anywhere else. And best of all, its a GREAT read!
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March 21, 2023Bob Furmanek will present a seminar on the restoration of Abbott and Costello's Jack and the Beanstalk and sign copies of his book at the Columbus Moving Picture Show in May 2023.
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