Hayakawa

Pamphlet describes life and career of Sessue Hayakawa, Japanese actor, one of the biggest stars in Hollywood during the silent film era of the 1910s and 1920s. Hayakawa was the first actor of Asian descent to achieve stardom as a leading man in the United States and Europe. He starred in over 80 feature films, most notable ones are "The Cheat", "The Dragon Painter", and "The Bridge on the River Kwai". Written by K Oganesov. Constructivist cover made by K Vyalov, Russian painter, graphic artist and set designer. Published by Kinopechat. Good condition. Blue-ink markings and two stamps on the front cover and the front page. Stains on the back cover.