Flashdance to Freedom: The Many Lives of Jennifer Beals

This biography follows Jennifer Beals decade by decade. It begins with her Chicago roots, then turns to Flashdance and her breakout in the 1980s. It continues through her 1990s work in independent films and complex roles, her trailblazing years on The L Word and its importance for representation, and her more recent genre and voice acting work. Fans of her films and television, and readers interested in long, varied acting careers, will find this a rich and rewarding portrait. 153 pages.