The Lady from the Black Lagoon: Hollywood Monsters and the Lost Legacy of Milicent Patrick
The Lady from the Black Lagoon: Hollywood Monsters and the Lost Legacy of Milicent Patrick
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019368
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Hollywood, California • 1950s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Lady from the Black Lagoon: Hollywood Monsters and the Lost Legacy of Milicent Patrick by Mallory O'Meara explores the life and contributions of Milicent Patrick, the artist behind the iconic Creature from the Black Lagoon. The book uncovers her overlooked legacy in Hollywood's monster movie history, highlighting her achievements in a male-dominated industry and her lasting impact on film design.
Informative
Inspirational
Nostalgic
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Review Roundup
The Lady from the Black Lagoon by Mallory O'Meara reveals Milicent Patrick's overlooked contributions to Hollywood. Readers appreciate O'Meara's engaging storytelling and thorough research. Criticisms focus on the book’s use of contemporary language and sometimes uneven narrative flow. Overall, it celebrates a forgotten pioneer and highlights industry sexism.
Who Should Read The Lady from the Black Lagoon: Hollywood Monsters and the Lost Legacy of Milicent Patrick?
Fans of The Lady from the Black Lagoon: Hollywood Monsters and the Lost Legacy of Milicent Patrick by Mallory O'Meara are often drawn to stories about unsung female pioneers in entertainment. Similar readers enjoy Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly or The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict, appreciating narratives that uncover overlooked contributions.
6,993 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Milicent Patrick, the talented artist whose legacy is explored in The Lady from the Black Lagoon, was one of the first female creature designers in Hollywood history.
The book highlights the contributions of women in the film industry during the mid-20th century, showcasing Patrick's role as the designer of the iconic Creature from the Black Lagoon.
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Author Mallory O'Meara mixes biography, memoir, and detective story elements to uncover the fascinating story behind Milicent Patrick's overlooked but significant impact on monster movie history.
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368
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Hollywood, California • 1950s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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