Rape Culture

Synopsis: Explores elements in society which contribute to an ideology that supports rape. Legal definitions of rape are given. Prisoners (including rapists), researchers, counsellors, the public and victims give their point of view. Uses clips from films - FRENZY, LAST TANGO IN PARIS, BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID - to examine the social and individual effects of media images.
Language: English
Country: United States
Medium: Film; Video; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 35 min. Videocassette. VHS. col. 35 min.
Technical information: Black-and-white / Sound
Year of production: 1983
Availability: Hire
Uses: Courses on psychology; sociology; legal studies; courses on personal relations; sex and gender, cultural, film or media studies.*
Subjects: Media studies; Sociology
Keywords: crime; rape; violence on film & television; violent behaviour

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