Stars and Stardom in Brazilian Cinema, 1st Edition

Despite the recent explosion of scholarly interest in “star studies,” Brazilian film has received comparatively little attention. As this volume demonstrates, however, the richness of Brazilian stardom extends well beyond the ubiquitous Carmen Miranda. Among the studies assembled here are fascinating explorations of figures such as Eliane Lage (the star attraction of São Paulo’s Vera Cruz studios), cult horror movie auteur Coffin Joe, and Lázaro Ramos, the most visible Afro-Brazilian actor today. At the same time, contributors interrogate the inner workings of the star system in Brazil, from the pioneering efforts of silent-era actresses to the recent advent of the non-professional movie star.\nStars and Stardom in Brazilian Cinema 1st Edition and published by Berghahn Books. ISBNs for Stars and Stardom in Brazilian Cinema are 9781785332999, 1785332996 and the print ISBNs are 9781785332982, 1785332988. Additional ISBNs include 9781785338434.