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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Creative and Informative!By Gary Dale CearleyBravissimo! I swear this was one enjoyable read!Fletcher Rhodens Last Tango with Marlon was entertaining and enlightening. When I read this book I not only felt that Fletcher knew these two men but that he knew them well.The book opens with Marlon on the telephone trying to make arrangements to star in a film about the Dee Brown classic Bury my Heart at Wounded Knee. It is at this point where he first evokes the ghost of his childhood friend; fellow actor; Wally Cox.The entire novella is a dialogue between Wally Cox and Marlon Brando about their highs and lows; their triumphs and defeats. I can certainly tell that the background research on both men was lengthy and thorough. The dialogue throughout is exceptionally believable. I didnt know much about Wally Cox before but after reading the book I found some clips of him on YouTube and could see that character in Rhodens Last Tangon with Marlon was indeed a true to life portrayal. Wally Cox was just as I imagined him to be.And the character for Marlon Brando was very telling as well. With Wally he wore his short comings on his sleeve and Wally obliged the same. We learn at least what we imagine to be their deepest secrets and was also learned of their long standing regard for one another. And though Wally is just a ghost; like in the Dickens tale; he leaves Marlon Brando with the message that as bad as Brando may have mucked up his life; especially with his children; he can still change. The ball is in his court....How true!This short book is amazingly well written and henceforth I will read anything of Fletcher Rhodens that I get a chance to.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Marlon Brando and Wally Cox; The Quintessential Odd CoupleBy Adrienne ArmstrongWally Cox was a dear friend of mine; in fact; I was actually at Wallys wake when rumors that Marlon was in the guest house dressed in Wallys pajamas were flying. Needless to say; I was very interested in reading Fletcher Rhodens novella and I was not disappointed. This well-researched book gave me an even better insight into these two exceptional men and their unusual relationship with each other. There were so many interesting events depicted; it kept me enthralled from first page to last. For anyone who loves show biz nostalgia; "Last Tango With Marlon" is a must. I saw the play and loved it; but enjoyed the read even more. I definitely heartily recommend this one.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A unique and entertaining story; well worth the readBy Midwest Book ReviewWhat conversations does one of the most legendary Hollywood stars have with his best friend? "Last Tango with Marlon" is a novella version of Fletcher Rhodens critically acclaimed two-act play following the relationship of an over-the-hill Marlon Brando and his best friend Wally Cox. A unique and entertaining story; "Last Trango with Marlon" is well worth the read.