Viva Hollywood
The Legacy of Latin and Hispanic Artists in American Film
$80.87
- Hardcover
288 pages
- Release Date
14 March 2023
Summary
Overcoming obstacles of prejudice, ignorance, and stereotyping, this group has given the world some of its most beloved stars and told some of its most indelible stories. Viva Hollywood examines the stars in front of the screen as well as the people behind-the-scenes who have created a rich legacy across more than 100 years.
The role of Latin women on screen is explored through the professional lives of Dolores Del Rio, Rita Hayworth, Raquel Welch, Salma Hayek, Penelope Cruz, a…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780762478484 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0762478489 |
| Author: | Luis I. Reyes, Jimmy Smits |
| Publisher: | Running Press,U.S. |
| Imprint: | Running Press Adult |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 288 |
| Release Date: | 14 March 2023 |
| Weight: | 940g |
| Dimensions: | 234mm x 198mm x 22mm |
| Series: | Turner Classic Movies |
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Critics Review
“TCM has lately excelled at reframing Hollywood history and uncovering oft-ignored parts of its myth-making. Reyes’ book is a sterling addition to the collection, complete with pages and pages of lush photography, in addition to its vital storytelling.”–Entertainment Weekly
“Among the most compelling parts of Reyes’ book are the tidbits of Hispanic influence that have been lost to history, like that some of Marilyn Monroe’s most famous on-screen dresses were designed by a Hispanic costumer… and that it was a Mexican American sculptor behind the puppets used to make the original “King Kong” movie.“–Axios
“The [new] book shows how Latinos have been involved in the film industry since its inception and puts a focus on Latinos who had a hand in creating innovative special effects for the iconic 1933 ‘King Kong’ movie and and scenography for ‘Citizen Kane’ in 1941.”–NBC News
About The Author
Luis I. Reyes
Luis I. Reyes is a nationally renowned scholar, author, and lecturer who specializes in the history of Latinos in the Hollywood film industry. Reyes is the author or co-author of several books on film, including the seminal work Hispanics in Hollywood, Made in Paradise: Hollywood s Films of Hawaii and the South Seas, and Made in Mexico: Hollywood South of the Border. He has been featured on CNN, TNT Latin America, NBC, Good Morning America, and NPR s Latino USA. Reyes lives in Pasadena, CA.
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