From one of America's most renowned film scholars: a revelatory, perceptive, and highly readable look at the greatest silent film stars -- not those few who are

The pioneers of the motion picture industry were a group of uncommonly talented men, women, and children. Many of their films have now vanished or disintegrated

From two distinguished academics, this book includes contributions from top scholars such as Richard Dyer, and brings together key writings and new perspectives

"Through narrative stories, explores actresses who have made major contributions in movies and television"--

Addressing representation and identity in a variety of production styles and genres, including experimental film and documentary, independent and mainstream fil