The Last Tycoon

*The Last Tycoon* is a novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald that explores the glamorous and often ruthless world of Hollywood filmmaking during the 1930s. It follows Monroe Stahr, a talented and ambitious movie producer, as he navigates the challenges of creative vision, corporate politics, and personal relationships. The story delves into themes of power, success, and the American Dream, portraying the complex dynamics behind the making of movies and the costs of ambition. Though unfinished at Fitzgerald’s death, it offers a vivid look at the suspense and struggle behind the entertainment industry’s façade.