Taking Fame to Market On the Pre-History and Post-History of Hollywood Stardom
Description
This book explores, from a sociological perspective, the relationship between acting as symbolic work and the commercialization of popular culture. Particular attention is paid to the social conditions that gave rise to stardom in the theatre and cinema, and how shifts in the marketing of stars have impacted upon contemporary celebrity culture.
Keywords
Performing ArtsFilmHistory & CriticismTelevisionHistorySocial HistorySocial ScienceSociologyArtMedia StudiesPhotographyTechniquesCinematography & VideographyAnthropologyCultural & Social
2014Book
Author(s)Barry King
PublisherPalgrave Macmillan UK
ISBN9781137344274
LanguageEnglish
