The Essay - F for Fake

F for Fake

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Five essays by five enthusiasts that follow the rise and fall of controversial Renaissance man, Orson Welles.

Gatsby expert, Sarah Churchwell on Welles's talent for self-mythologizing and how he compares with fiction's great dissembler, Jay Gatsby.

Produced by Gemma Jenkins.


Published on Thursday, 30th April 2015.

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