Movies as a mirror of a society, Introduction

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1. MOVIES AS A MIRROR OF SOCIETY MEGHA HITESH PANCHAL ARYA RAJEEV

2. 1.Social Issues 2.Cultural Representation: 3.Technological Advancements: 4.Psychological Exploration: 5.Political Commentary: Movies often serve as a reflection of society, capturing its values, beliefs, fears, and aspirations. Here are some ways in which movies act as a mirror of society :

3. Social Issues: Movies frequently address social issues such as racism, poverty, and inequality. They provide a platform for discussions and often challenge societal norms by depicting the struggles faced by marginalized groups.

4. Cultural Representation: Movies offer diverse perspectives on culture and identity, showcasing different lifestyles, traditions, and customs. They contribute to cultural understanding and help bridge gaps between different communities. Technological Advancements: Science fiction films often imagine future societies shaped by technological advancements. They reflect society's fascination with innovation while also exploring the ethical implications of technological progress.

5. Psychological Exploration: Movies delve into the complexities of human psychology, portraying characters with diverse personalities, motivations, and emotions. They offer insights into the human condition and provoke introspection about our own thoughts and behaviors .

6. Empowerment of Women: One significant aspect of cinema's impact on society is its role in empowering women. Films have played a crucial role in challenging traditional gender roles, advocating for women's rights, and highlighting issues such as social injustices. They have contributed to changing societal attitudes, making concepts more acceptable and breaking down superstitious beliefs. Additionally, cinema has addressed urban and rural problems, shed light on the complexities of relationships, and portrayed women as strong, independent characters. Through storytelling, cinema has been a powerful advocate for gender equality and women's empowerment.

7. Influence on Students: Cinema has a profound impact on students, as many prefer films over books as a means of entertainment and learning. Films can serve as universal teachers, providing information on various subjects and expanding students' horizons. They offer insights into different branches of learning, making complex topics more accessible. Documentary films, in particular, have the power to educate students about social issues, historical events, and scientific discoveries. They can stimulate critical thinking and inspire a desire for positive change.

8. The movies we watch are like the mirrors we have at home; they show us our reality. That is how cinema works. It brings to you movies from all parts of our world. Cinema assists us in understanding the dark realities and detecting the wrongdoings of the society we co-exist in. Some movies are picked up from real-time stories of people, some are inspired by a random thought, some are fiction and some are abstract, but no matter what the genre, they always have a message to deliver.

9. Art is the manifestation or implementation of human creativity, talent, and imagination. It can influence our society in ways that we cannot comprehend or rationalize. Leaders such as Adolf Hitler, for example, successfully used films as propaganda tools during World War II

10. Most history movies are fact-based and, even for the few that are fictional, they still depict a realistic and fantastic picture of how the world was before the invention of the audiovisual devices that we know today. They connect the modern world with past generations. A good example is the Vietnam War movies that explain what transpired back in the day and help today’s generation to appreciate the significances of the war, both positive and negative. Add transcription services to these movies and the history comes out even clearer. Transcribed historical videos support learning by connecting viewers to the proper subject matter without losing the context .

11.   the power of cinema is still unknown to more than half the world. Cinema holds the massive power to spark revolutions. For example, a movie delivering a compassionate message makes many individuals empathetic.. Movies such as The Pursuit of Happiness (2006) for have inspired their viewers to work towards making the world better for everyone.

12. Most history movies are fact-based and, even for the few that are fictional, they still depict a realistic and fantastic picture of how the world was before the invention of the audiovisual devices that we know today. They connect the modern world with past generations. A good example is the Vietnam War movies that explain what transpired back in the day and help today’s generation to appreciate the significances of the war, both positive and negative. Add transcription services to these movies and the history comes out even clearer. Transcribed historical videos support learning by connecting viewers to the proper subject matter without losing the context .

13. Impact on youth There is no deniying that movies can have both positive and negative impact on the youth. Some of the positive impacts are Stimulating Creativity: Visually captivating and imaginative films can inspire students' creativity and spark their interest in storytelling, filmmaking, and other creative endeavors.

14. 2.) Critical Thinking: Analyzing films can improve critical thinking skills as students interpret themes, symbolism, and character motivations. This can encourage them to think critically about different viewpoints and messages conveyed by the movie. 3.)Escapism and Stress Relief: Watching movies can offer a temporary escape from the pressures of daily life and academic stress, providing students with a much-needed break and relaxation.

15. Movies can create awareness on multiple aspects of life  People need to be reminded about the importance of formal education as well as co-curricular school activities such as art and sports. School-related films underline this importance and give education stakeholders ideas on how to improve education systems in different parts of the world.

16. Besides that, film brings us to understand the negative effects of drugs, alcohol, and substance abuse. Crime and action TV shows also warn us about the dangers of criminal activities, terrorism, and war. Speaking of war, movies help people understand the atrocity of living homeless and miserably in refugee camps

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