Abstract: Chapter 2 Stardom in Spanish America Leah Kemp, Leah KempSearch for more papers by this author Leah Kemp, Leah KempSearch for more papers by this author Book Editor(s):Maria M. Delgado, Maria M. DelgadoSearch for more papers by this authorStephen M. Hart, Stephen M. HartSearch for more papers by this authorRandal Johnson, Randal JohnsonSearch for more papers by this author First published: 25 March 2017 https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118557556.ch2Citations: 1 AboutPDFPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShareShare a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat Summary Tracing the trajectories of the Spanish American stars Alfredo Castro, Ricardo Darín and Gael García Bernal, this chapter explains to what extent theoretical frameworks of stardom based on cases centered in Hollywood can be applied to other contexts, for example by outlining the process of consecrating stars both within the actors' home countries, within their linguistic region, and transnationally. The chapter also addresses the function of stars in the region, arguing that their transnational stardom gives them a greater role as members of the cinematic kinship network that serves to ensure the continuity not only of their own careers, but also of the regional film industry. Citing Literature A Companion to Latin American Cinema RelatedInformation
Publication Year: 2017
Publication Date: 2017-03-25
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