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Heroines
| 2002
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dur: 1’32”
2002
Mexican telenovelas all use specific idiomatic codes which are presented in a simple and straight forward way to avoid misinterpretation. Generally the actor or actress has a repertoire of emotions, transmitted as grande gestures, which are to be conveyed at any given moment. The face is the mask. The heroines In the video are the telenovela actresses in moments of pensive thought or contemplation. Their fears and desires are heard through voice overs. These women, their attitudes, makeup and aspirations, have become the role models for an wide sector of women in Mexican society.
