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Stars (NEW)

by Dyer, Richard
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Through the intensive examination of films, magazines, advertising and critical texts, Dyer analyses the historical, ideological and aesthetic significance of stars, changing the way we understand screen icons. Paying particular attention to icons including Marlon Brando, Bette Davis, Marlene Dietrich, Marilyn Monroe and John Wayne.

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BrandBritish Film Institute
Pub dateApr 26, 1998
ISBN-100851706436
ISBN-139780851706436
Paperback256.0 pages
LanguageEnglish
Dimensions9.21 × 0.47 × 6.14 in
Weight1 lb
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