Queering Russian Media and Culture

This book explores how queerness and representations of queerness in media and culture are responding to the shifting socio-political, cultural, and legal conditions in post-Soviet Russia, particularly in the light of the 'antigay law of 2013'. It discusses the proliferating alternative visions of gender and sexuality and how they are represented in various forms of media, including film, personal diaries, photography, theatre, protest art, fashion, and creative industries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the intricate interplay between queerness and its representations in media and culture within the context of post-Soviet Russia, particularly in the aftermath of the controversial 'antigay law of 2013. Through extensive original research, the author paints a comprehensive picture of historical developments both before and after the fall of the Soviet Union, providing a vital backdrop to the 2013 law. The book explores the burgeoning alternative visions of gender and sexuality that are gaining prominence in contemporary Russia, examining how they manifest in various art forms such as film, personal diaries, photography, theatre, protest art, fashion, and the creative industries. It also examines how these representations intersect with the rhetoric of 'traditional values.' By examining these diverse mediums, the book offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the evolving nature of queerness in modern-day Russia, shedding light on the complex social, political, and cultural factors that shape its expression. This thought-provoking work is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the dynamic landscape of LGBTQ+ identities and their representations in contemporary society.

This captivating book delves into the intricate interplay between queerness and its representations in media and culture within the context of post-Soviet Russia, particularly in the aftermath of the controversial 'antigay law of 2013. Through extensive original research, the author paints a comprehensive picture of historical developments both before and after the fall of the Soviet Union, providing a vital backdrop to the 2013 law. The book explores the burgeoning alternative visions of gender and sexuality that are gaining prominence in contemporary Russia, examining how they manifest in various art forms such as film, personal diaries, photography, theatre, protest art, fashion, and the creative industries. It also examines how these representations intersect with the rhetoric of 'traditional values.' By examining these diverse mediums, the book offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the evolving nature of queerness in modern-day Russia, shedding light on the complex social, political, and cultural factors that shape its expression. This thought-provoking work is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the dynamic landscape of LGBTQ+ identities and their representations in contemporary society.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032201962