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The study delves into the constructed personas of three iconic stars: Marilyn Monroe, Paul Robeson, and Judy Garland, using various film sources. It explores how their images were shaped and the impact of fan culture and stardom on their lives and careers. Through detailed case studies, the author reveals the complexities of celebrity and the societal issues surrounding these legendary figures.
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Heavenly Bodies, Richard Dyer
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- Heavenly Bodies
- Subtitle
- Film Stars and Society
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Richard Dyer
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9780415310277
- Category
- History
- Description
- The study delves into the constructed personas of three iconic stars: Marilyn Monroe, Paul Robeson, and Judy Garland, using various film sources. It explores how their images were shaped and the impact of fan culture and stardom on their lives and careers. Through detailed case studies, the author reveals the complexities of celebrity and the societal issues surrounding these legendary figures.