Mara Flix by Niamh Thornton - 9781855664234

Mara Flix by Niamh Thornton - 9781855664234

Boydell & Brewer Ltd

Mar\u00EDa F\u00E9lix (1914-2002) left her mark on Mexican and European film as well as fashion, art and jewellery design. Cartier created one-of-a-kind pieces; Leonora Carrington and Diego Rivera painted portraits; Carlos Fuentes wrote a play; Agust\u00EDn Lara, a bestselling song. But she was nobody's muse.\nDid F\u00E9lix really bring baby crocodiles to the Cartier boutique to request lifelike copies in a necklace? The story may be apocryphal, but it perfectly encapsulates her powerful, independent and unconventional persona. This book first examines F\u00E9lix's life and work, reviewing her films and acting style and considering what they say about gender norms and a woman's place on screen. It then turns to her role as curator and benefactor, exploring how art, literature and song sustained her image. It\n\nMar\u00EDa F\u00E9lix\nA Mexican Film Star and her Legacy\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked s;

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