Ellen E. Jones, "Screen Deep: How Film and TV Can Solve Racism and Save the World" (Faber and Faber, 2024)
New Books in Critical Theory
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Exploring Diversity and Representation in Superhero Genres in Film
The chapter analyzes the cultural dominance of superhero genres in television and film, emphasizing the need for more diversity and originality in representation. It praises the introduction of characters like Black Panther as a significant step towards a more inclusive superhero narrative and delves into the complexities of black liberation politics depicted in films.
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