The Many Worlds of Helena Bonham Carter

This book follows Helena Bonham Carter from her 1966 London birth and family influences to her early stage work and her breakthrough in A Room with a View. It examines her period roles, including Howards End, and her bolder choices in films such as Margaret's Museum, Women Talking Dirty and Great Expectations. Later chapters explore her eccentric performances in blockbuster worlds, her darker and less-seen work, and how costume and identity feed her rebellious style. A colorful read for film lovers who enjoy unconventional stars. 157 pages.