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Filipino Drama by Jojo Ambajan is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses symbols of social stratification and aesthetics in Philippine drama and film. Light skin color, family position, wealth, education level of children were seen as indicators of high social status. During Spanish colonial times, plays featured light-skinned actors in lead roles. Under American rule, Western-looking Filipinos were favored in films over ethnic-looking actors. Traditional forms of entertainment included Komedya plays and Bodabil performances. Dramas from both eras typical
- Author
- Jojo Ambajan
- Language
- EN