Alexander Walker recalls the screen careers of the cinema's brightest stars. James Cagney
In his 50-year career,
Hollywood's greatest tough guy played the bad man, the hero and the song-and-dance man. He gave every role all he'd got, but was sparing with words when asked about his art: 'You walk in, plant yourself, look the other fella in the eye and tell the truth. That's all you need to know about acting. Class dismissed.'
Producer WENDY CLAY (R)