Dr. Silvia Colás Cardona

Biography

Silvia Colás Cardona's main area of interest is the representation of urban spaces in literature and film, with a particular focus on how cities are portrayed against the backdrop of major political and economic shifts. She primarily investigates the Cuban narrative during the Special Period, analyzing literary constructions of Havana. Her research interests were piqued during her undergraduate studies at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where she became fascinated with the history of cinema. Film noir is her favorite genre, which she believes incorporates strong elements of social commentary. Additionally, she is particularly intrigued by hard-boiled novels that have inspired films. Authors like Manuel Vázquez Montalbán and Leonardo Padura have influenced her work, as they have written detective novels set in Barcelona and Havana, respectively. Through her scholarship, Colás Cardona seeks to deepen the understanding of cultural narratives and their impact on societal perceptions of urban spaces.

Research Interests