Banned by the Carpenter estate, Todd Haynes' experimental biopic "Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story" (which uses Barbie dolls to narrate the tragic life of the American singer) has become a cult hit because of both its controversy and its rarity. This study details the film's fascinating history: its production and initial reception, its journey through the courts, and its bootleg circulation among fans. It also explores "Superstar"'s rich, provocative, and moving content, paying close attention to the film's aesthetics, generic form, and cultural position as a hybrid text.
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Banned by the Carpenter estate, Todd Haynes' experimental biopic "Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story" (which uses Barbie dolls to narrate the tragic life of the American singer) has become a cult hit because of both its controversy and its rarity. This study details the film's fascinating history: its production and initial reception, its journey through the courts, and its bootleg circulation among fans. It also explores "Superstar"'s rich, provocative, and moving content, paying close attention to the film's aesthetics, generic form, and cultural position as a hybrid text.
Imprint | Wallflower Press |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | March 2009 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | February 2009 |
Authors | Glyn Davis |
Dimensions | 178 x 112 x 7mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 144 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-905674-88-6 |
Barcode | 9781905674886 |
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LSN | 1-905674-88-0 |