The Best Marilyn Monroe Biographies and Documentaries: A Curated Guide for Her 100th Birthday
By
Pat Saperstein
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Summary
A curated guide to the best biographies, books, and documentaries about Marilyn Monroe, compiled in celebration of the screen icon's 100th birthday. The article highlights both vintage and recent titles that stand out among the vast array of Monroe-related media, addressing debates within fan communities about which works are most insightful or problematic.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledDocumenting the life of Marilyn Monroe has been a cottage industry for more than 60 years.
Admirers vehemently debate the most insightful — and most problematic — biographies and documentaries about the Blonde Bombshell's eventful life on Reddit subs, Facebook groups and in other fan communities.
It's not easy picking the highlights from dozens of documentaries and hundreds of books, but here are some vintage and more recent titles that stand out.
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