On 'Orientalism'
Originally released in 1998. On 'Orientalism' is a documentary film. directed by Sut Jhally. At just 54 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Edward Said
Synopsis
Edward Said's book ORIENTALISM has been profoundly influential in a diverse range of disciplines since its publication in 1978. In this engaging (and lavishly illustrated) interview he talks about the context within which the book was conceived, its main themes and how its original thesis relates to the contemporary understanding of "the Orient." Said argues that the Western (especially American) understanding of the Middle East as a place full of villains and terrorists ruled by Islamic fundamentalism produces a deeply distorted image of the diversity and complexity of millions of Arab peoples.
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- Released
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- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is On 'Orientalism' about?
Edward Said's book ORIENTALISM has been profoundly influential in a diverse range of disciplines since its publication in 1978. In this engaging (and lavishly illustrated) interview he talks about ...
Who directed On 'Orientalism'?
On 'Orientalism' was directed by Sut Jhally.
How long is On 'Orientalism'?
On 'Orientalism' has a runtime of 0 hours and 54 minutes (54 minutes total).
When was On 'Orientalism' released?
On 'Orientalism' was released on January 1, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in On 'Orientalism'?
The main cast of On 'Orientalism' includes Edward Said.