It’s difficult to exaggerate how much of a star Greta Garbo was. When you become the subject of a classic Pete and Dud sketch from Peter Cook and Dudley Moore, then you can certainly say you’ve made it, and she’s certainly the most convincing and talented Greta to come out of Sweden.
Joining to discuss the great woman is Scott Reisfield, author of a new biography, as we explore the increasing power held by female actresses in the male dominated Hollywood of the silent and golden eras.
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