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Peer reviewedRobertson, Pamela – Journal of Film and Video, 1995
Examines the dissonant and "camp" effect inherent in describing "Johnny Guitar" as a Joan Crawford western. Argues that the film's camp effect depends on its crossing of a female star vehicle with the western, a stereotypically masculine genre. Summarizes Crawford's childhood and rise to fame. Concludes by exploring the lesbian…
Descriptors: Biographies, Film Criticism, Films, Sex Role
