The Muslim world in post - 9/11 American cinema: a critical study, 2001-2011
"Focusing on the decade following 9/11, this critical analysis examines the various portrayals of Muslims in American cinema. Comparison of pre- and post-9/11 films indicates a shift in stereotypes, influenced by factors other than just politics. The evolving definitions of male, female and chi...
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| Format: | Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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Jefferson, North Carolina
McFarland & Company, Inc. , Publishers
[2018]
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| In: | Year: 2018 |
| Further subjects: | B
Influence (Literary, artistic, etc.)
B Stereotypes (Social psychology) in motion pictures United States B Motion Pictures History 21st century United States B Stereotypes (Social psychology) in motion pictures B Muslims in motion pictures B September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001 Influence B Motion Pictures |
| Summary: | "Focusing on the decade following 9/11, this critical analysis examines the various portrayals of Muslims in American cinema. Comparison of pre- and post-9/11 films indicates a shift in stereotypes, influenced by factors other than just politics. The evolving definitions of male, female and child characters and of salient features of setting and landscape are described"-- |
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| Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references and index. Includes filmography |
| ISBN: | 1476666679 |