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

Credits

Cast
George Gerbner 
Jean Kilbourne 

Production Company

Name

Media Education Foundation

Email
info@mediaed.org
Web
http://www.mediaed.org/ External site opens in new window
Phone
+ 1 413.584.8500
Fax
+ 1 413.586.8398
Address
60 Masonic Street
Northampton, MA
01060
USA

Distributor

Name

Media Education Foundation

Email
info@mediaed.org
Web
http://www.mediaed.org External site opens in new window
Phone
+1 413 584 8500
Fax
+1 413 586 8398
Address
60 Masonic Street
Northampton
Massachusetts 01060
USA
Notes
The MEF produces and distributes documentary films and other educational resources to inspire critical reflection on the social, political and cultural impact of the mass media, particularly in the US, with emphasis on gender, health, politics, race and commercialism. Sale on DVD.

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