Killing Screens, The

Synopsis: An illustrated discussion with George Gerbner analysing the use and effects of violence in films and television, based on the results of a 20-year on-going study, The Cultural Indicators Project, headed by Dr Gerbner at the University of Pennsylvania. addresses the psychological, political, social and developmental impacts of growing up and living within a cultural environment of persuasive ritualised violent representation. Suggests new way of thinking about the negative effects of mass media on society and what can be done about them.
Language: English
Country: United States
Medium: Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 38 min.
Year of production: 1994
Availability: Sale; 1997 sale: £35.00 (inc. VAT +p&p)
Subjects: Media studies
Keywords: popular culture; violence on film & television

Cast

George Gerbner
Jean Kilbourne

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