Cinema's Melodramatic Celebrity: Film, Fame, and Personal Worth

by Mandy Merck

Book Overview

In this bold and compelling book, Mandy Merck argues that melodrama - an aesthetic that originated in 17th century theatre - has not only migrated into popular cinema, but also shapes our... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1839024577
• ISBN13: 9781839024573
• Release Date: January 2022
• Publisher: British Film Institute
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"