She took the title for her autobiographical short story Naked on My Goat from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s Faust, and after working on it for a number of years, Brooks destroyed her own manuscript before it could be widely shared.Īrthur Schopenhauer was a German philosopher and author, the works of whom Brooks read over the course of her lifetime. Her written works include personal journals, unpublished essays, and the autobiographical Lulu in Hollywood. Lulu, as her fans affectionately call her, was known for not only her bobbed haircut and distinct flapper style, but rebellion and sexual liberation, which she was not afraid to share.īeyond her skills as a dancer and actress, Brooksie loved writing and immersed herself in the arts. Pabst, as well as dozens of other silent and sound films.
She starred in Pandora’s Box and Diary of a Lost Girl, both directed by G.W. Her film career began when Paramount Pictures signed her to a 5-year contract in 1925. before joining the Ziegfeld Follies on Broadway. It was there that she danced her way onto the stage with the Denishawn modern dance company in L.A. Louise Brooks was born in Kansas but eventually made her way to New York City. Thanks for visiting!Ī Woman of Many Firsts: The Life and Genius of Louise Brooks From film analyses to posts about the directors and dancers that were integral to the artistic landscape during the early 20th century, we have it all. This site is also home to the Naked on My Goat blog, where we write all about the life and career of Lulu, as well as provide insight into the world in which she lived. Welcome to Vintage Brooks, a one-of-a-kind sanctuary dedicated to honoring the life and achievements of famed actress and dancer Mary Louise Brooks.
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