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Activist Documentary Film in Pakistan

- The Emergence of a Cinema of Accountability

About Activist Documentary Film in Pakistan

This book traces the development of activist filmmaking practices in Pakistan which have emerged as a response to the consequences of religious fundamentalism, extremism, and violation of human rights. Beginning with the period of General Zia-ul-Haq¿s Islamization process (1977-88), it discusses documentary films that have critically addressed and documented the key events and developments that have shaped Pakistan¿s socio-political, socio-economic, and cultural history. The contribution of Pakistani documentary filmmakers stands as a significant body of work that has served the cause of human rights, promoting awareness and social change in Pakistan, particularly regarding gender rights.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781138885769
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 262
  • Published:
  • June 15, 2016
  • Dimensions:
  • 263x165x19 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 530 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: December 14, 2024

Description of Activist Documentary Film in Pakistan

This book traces the development of activist filmmaking practices in Pakistan which have emerged as a response to the consequences of religious fundamentalism, extremism, and violation of human rights. Beginning with the period of General Zia-ul-Haq¿s Islamization process (1977-88), it discusses documentary films that have critically addressed and documented the key events and developments that have shaped Pakistan¿s socio-political, socio-economic, and cultural history. The contribution of Pakistani documentary filmmakers stands as a significant body of work that has served the cause of human rights, promoting awareness and social change in Pakistan, particularly regarding gender rights.

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