Books Crusading to Restore the Reputation of His Favorite Filmmaker
Sam Wasson venerates Frank Capra, who directed a clutch of Hollywood classics. His new biography aims to challenge an earlier, unflattering portrait.
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· October 25, 2026 · 1 min read
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Sam Wasson venerates Frank Capra, who directed a clutch of Hollywood classics. His new biography aims to challenge an earlier, unflattering portrait.
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