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The Daily Digest: When Films Misrepresent Culture

31-May-19 14:30

The Daily Digest: When Films Misrepresent Culture

With the latest release of the live action Aladdin film, we take a look at the cultural politics of film and why it’s important to portray them accurately.

Produced by: Kelly Anissa

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek, Sharmilla Ganesan, Kelly Anissa


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Categories:  Education,  Film,  History,  People and Places,  Social Issues

Tags:  aladdin,  disney,  orientalism,  cultural politics,  animation, 


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