Popular Tropes of Identity in Contemporary Russian Television and Film

This book investigates how Russian cultural identity changed in the 20 years after the fall of the Soviet state, using contemporary films and television series to explore popular cultural tropes that continue to shape attitudes towards political authority, economic disparity, ethnic and cultural difference,generational relations, and gender.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 248 pages
\n Publication date: 30 May 2019
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
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This captivating book delves into the profound transformations that have shaped Russian cultural identity in the aftermath of the collapse of the Soviet state. Through meticulous analysis of a curated selection of contemporary Russian films and television series, Irina Souch explores the enduring influence of various popular cultural tropes, ranging from the patriarchal family to the idyllic countryside, on the collective self-perception of the Russian people. By examining how these tropes have weathered the demise of Communism and retained their power to shape attitudes toward political authority, economic inequality, ethnic and cultural differences,generational relations, and gender, the author sheds light on the ongoing significance of these narratives in shaping Russian society. Moreover, the book introduces insightful theories of identity that emerged in Russia during the same period, creating a rich dialogue between these local perspectives and the more widely recognized discourses of Western scholarship. This insightful exploration offers a profound understanding of the complex and evolving nature of Russian cultural identity and its profound impact on the world.

This captivating book delves into the profound transformations that have shaped Russian cultural identity in the aftermath of the collapse of the Soviet state. Through meticulous analysis of a curated selection of contemporary Russian films and television series, Irina Souch explores the enduring influence of various popular cultural tropes, ranging from the patriarchal family to the idyllic countryside, on the collective self-perception of the Russian people. By examining how these tropes have weathered the demise of Communism and retained their power to shape attitudes toward political authority, economic inequality, ethnic and cultural differences,generational relations, and gender, the author sheds light on the ongoing significance of these narratives in shaping Russian society. Moreover, the book introduces insightful theories of identity that emerged in Russia during the same period, creating a rich dialogue between these local perspectives and the more widely recognized discourses of Western scholarship. This insightful exploration offers a profound understanding of the complex and evolving nature of Russian cultural identity and its profound impact on the world.

\n Weight: 368g\n
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781501352508\n \n