The William Fox Story: The Rise and Fall of an Early Hollywood Mogul

William Fox was one of the most influential figures in the early days of Hollywood. He founded Fox Film Corporation, one of the first major movie studios, and he played a major role in the development of the silent film industry. However, Fox's career was also marked by controversy and financial setbacks, and he eventually lost control of his company.

Fox was born in Hungary in 1879. He emigrated to the United States with his family when he was a child, and he started his career in the entertainment business as a nickelodeon owner. In 1915, he founded Fox Film Corporation, and he quickly became one of the most powerful men in Hollywood. Fox was known for his aggressive business tactics, and he often clashed with other studio executives and government regulators. However, he was also a visionary leader, and he played a major role in the development of new film technologies and techniques.

William Fox: A Story of Early Hollywood 1915-1930

by Susan Fox

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Under Fox's leadership, Fox Film Corporation produced a number of successful silent films, including "The Birth of a Nation" (1915),"Intolerance" (1916),and "The Grapes of Wrath" (1929). Fox also played a major role in the development of the star system, and he helped to launch the careers of some of the biggest stars of the silent film era, including Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, and Douglas Fairbanks.

However, Fox's career was also marked by controversy. He was accused of unethical business practices, and he was often embroiled in lawsuits. In 1929, Fox lost control of his company after a series of financial setbacks. He attempted to regain control of Fox Film Corporation in the 1930s, but he was unsuccessful. Fox died in 1952, and he is buried in Hollywood Cemetery.

The William Fox Story is a fascinating tale of ambition, success, and failure. Fox was one of the most important figures in the early days of Hollywood, and his story is a reminder of the glamour and the grit that made Hollywood the entertainment capital of the world.

William Fox: A Story of Early Hollywood 1915-1930

by Susan Fox

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9168 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	513 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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