Overview

This book brings to light a lesser-explored facet of cultural globalization by unearthing Bollywood films circulations in the Middle East. Delving into the intricacies of South-South cinematic circuits, it unveils the networks linking the Bombay film industry with the Arab world. Through a blend of historical analysis and ethnographic insights, the book offers an exploration of how film circulations have evolved amidst geopolitical shifts and technological advancements. By reframing our perspective to view Arab cinema cultures through the lens of the Bombay film industry, it challenges prevailing Orientalist narratives, offering a nuanced and refreshing portrayal of the Arab-speaking region.

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Author:   Némésis Srour
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Palgrave Macmillan
Edition:   2024 ed.
ISBN:  

9783031644900

ISBN 10:   3031644905
Pages:   180
Publication Date:   11 September 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 – Paving the way, Bollywood in Egyptian Cinema halls.- Chapter 2 – Egypt made in Bollywood. Picturing the Arab world.- Chapter 3 – The fabrics of Bollywood: Weaving Films into Trade routes.- Chapter 4 – Bollywood Comes to Beirut. Shooting the Arab world.- Chapter 5 – Choubra Palace’s Hero. Amitabh Bachchan and the Golden Age of Hindi Films.- Chapter 6 – Falling Apart. End of Reign for Bollywood?.-Chapter 7 – Conquering Dubai? Bollywood and the Mediatic Boom.- Chapter 8 – When Bollywood builds Dubai Cinematic Imagery. Renewed visions of the Arabian Peninsula.- Chapter 9 - Conclusion.

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Némésis Srour holds a PhD in Social Anthropology and Ethnology from the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris. Her research specializes in the film industry, combining historical and ethnographic approaches. She has been honored with a prize from the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) regional office in the Middle East for her research on Bollywood film networks in the region. Alongside her academic work, she has curated Indian and South Asian films in French cinemas, contributing to bringing these cinematographies to light. Additionally, she has taught subjects such as Indian cinema history, international relations, and film exhibition and distribution.

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