This thesis involves an examination of the use of Ideology in Film, specifically the war film "Jarhead". In addressing this subject I use the works of three prominent sociologists, Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels and Antonio Gramsci, as reference points for the study.
The starting point is establishment of a definition of ideology which, overall, satisfies the views of these writers. Having followed Marx’s and Engels’ sketch of the historical evolution of the concept of ideology, I consider sociological perspectives on film, violence and war, giving reference to the film Jarhead. An analysis is then made with regards to four ideological themes identified in the film, considering the effectiveness of the messages being conveyed. This dissertation uses the qualitative research method, being based on previously available information.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Objectives
- Topic Background
- Overview of My Dissertation
- Literature Review
- METHODOLOGY
- ANALYSIS
- CONCLUSION
- Reference List
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This dissertation aims to examine the use and effect of ideology in film, using the war film "Jarhead" as a case study. The research explores the historical origins and meaning of the concept of ideology, investigating its role in society through the lens of "Jarhead." The dissertation investigates both implicit and explicit ideological roles within the film, drawing primarily from the writings of Marx, Engels, and Gramsci, while incorporating other relevant sources.
- Historical origins and evolution of the concept of ideology.
- The role of ideology in society, particularly in relation to film.
- Analysis of ideological themes present in the film "Jarhead."
- Effectiveness of ideological messages conveyed in "Jarhead."
- The application of qualitative research methodology to analyze film ideology.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The Abstract provides a concise overview of the dissertation's scope, focusing on the examination of ideology in the film "Jarhead" and utilizing the works of Marx, Engels, and Gramsci as theoretical frameworks. The Introduction outlines the research objectives, explores the historical background of ideology, and provides a brief overview of the dissertation's structure.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes and concepts explored in this dissertation include: ideology, film, war, "Jarhead," Marx, Engels, Gramsci, qualitative research, content analysis, ideological themes, implicit and explicit ideology, film effectiveness, societal impact.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is ideology defined in the context of the film "Jarhead"?
The dissertation establishes a definition of ideology based on the sociological works of Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels, and Antonio Gramsci, examining how power and belief systems are portrayed in the film.
What ideological themes are identified in "Jarhead"?
The analysis identifies four main ideological themes within the film, looking at both implicit and explicit messages regarding war, violence, and the military experience.
How do Marx and Engels contribute to the study of film ideology?
Their historical sketch of the evolution of ideology provides a framework for understanding how film can reflect or reinforce the dominant ideas of a society's power structure.
What is the role of Antonio Gramsci in this analysis?
Gramsci's concept of cultural hegemony is used to explore how the military ideology in "Jarhead" becomes accepted as "common sense" by the soldiers and the audience.
What research methodology was used for this dissertation?
The study uses qualitative research methods, specifically content analysis, based on previously available sociological information and a detailed study of the film itself.
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- Raphaelle Sylver-Francis (Autor:in), 2017, The Use of Ideology in Films. "Jarhead" as an example, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/366892
