James Mason (Film Stars) - Softcover

Thomas, Sarah

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844576353 ISBN 13: 9781844576357

Publisher: British Film Institute, 2018

Synopsis

This engaging critical study moves beyond the image of the brooding, destructive man at odds with employers and his own star status to explore the complexity of Mason’s career with an analysis framed through three strands central to understanding stardom: the star persona, industry and power, and screen performance. Thomas balances traditional readings of Mason with an emphasis on his undervalued post-1962 career, off-screen celebrity status, non-film work, comic and vocal performances, and the star’s own self-commentary. In doing so, she offers a new perspective on Mason’s powerlessness, public image and national identity, contextualizing his career in wider histories of British, American and European transnational filmmaking.

An ideal resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students of film and television studies, this fascinating guide will also appeal to film lovers and anyone interested in Mason’s unusual career.

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About the Author

Susan Smith has been knitting and crocheting for as long as she can remember, and is extremely passionate about both crafts. She has taught students in crochet and knitting classes, and has completed City and Guilds qualifications in Machine Knitting, Hand Knitting, and Embroidery. Susan has had her own knitwear design company for over ten years.

About this edition

• Publisher: British Film Institute
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 1844576353
• ISBN 13: 9781844576357
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 146