The Long-Distance Runner: An Autobiography
This book is a series of personal reminiscences by film and theater director Richardson. The manuscript was found by his daughter, Natasha, after his tragic death from AIDS. While Natasha had some doubt that Richardson intended it for publication, readers will be glad she made the decision to provide a last intimate look at the life of one of the creative geniuses of theater and cinema. In spite of Richardson's slight tendency to ramble, his personal insights into cinema productions like Tom Jones (1963) and personalities like Jeanne Moreau make this a most worthwhile book. This book should appeal to both the theater professional and the student of theater or cinema, and any library with a theater history or cinema history collection should consider purchasing it. Additionally, because it is so informal and personal, it will attract many casual readers as well.- Jon P. Cobes, Central Wyoming Coll., RivertonCopyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.