Historical Dictionary of Spanish Cinema covers Spanish cinema, its treasures its constant attempts to break through internationally, reaching out towards universal themes and conventions, and the specific obstacles and opportunities that have shaped the careers of filmmakers and stars. This book contains a chronology, an introduction, an appendix and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 200 cross-referenced entries on titles, movements, filmmakers and performers, and genres (such as homosexuality, nuevo cine espanol or horror). This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Spanish cinema.

About the Author
Alberto Mira is a Reader in Film Studies at Oxford Brookes University. He has taught and published extensively on stars, Spanish film, queer cultures, musicals.


Book Information
ISBN 9781538122679
Author Alberto Mira
Format Hardback
Page Count 602
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 1089g
Dimensions(mm) 231mm * 159mm * 49mm