Viva Hollywood: the legacy of Latin and Hispanic artists in American film

Foreword / by Jimmy Smits

Introduction

Latin and hispanic film origins: how it all began

Matinee idols: Latin lovers and dancing señoritas

Tutti frutti hats and good neighbors: Hollywood goes Latin for World War II

Present and accounted for: Hollywood film classics

Postwar social problem films and emerging stars (1945-1965)

Turbulent times: the '60s and '70s

Authentic voices: Hollywood reimagines Latinos

Latina protest and empowerment

A contemporary class of leading men

New visions: looking toward the tuture.