Reframing Remembrance Contemporary French Cinema and the Second World War

Reframing remembrance examines films about the Nazi Occupation of France, charting how this period has been commemorated and how it has affected the articulation of French national identity. The book proposes that 1995 marked the beginning of a new approach to commemoration, reflected by socio-political acts, such as Jacques Chirac's July 1995 V�l' d'Hiv speech, and artistic acts, most notably films set during the Occupation. This is an approach that embraces critical engagement with history and its retelling. With relevance to countries beyond France and events far removed from the Second World War, Reframing remembrance highlights the need for ongoing, honest remembrance and self-reflection as cultural representations of history continue to shape contemporary views about nations' identities and their global responsibilities.

ISBN:	9781526154064
Publisher:	Manchester University Press
Imprint:	Manchester University Press
Published date:	26 Oct 2021
DEWEY:	791.4365840530944
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	208
Weight:	396g
Height:	146mm
Width:	224mm
Spine width:	19mm

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