Film and Social Change: Exploring the Influence of Movies on Society

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Carlos Rivera

Abstract

Film has the rare capacity to mirror and influence society because of its status as a potent artistic expression and communication tool. the complex link between film and societal transformation. It explores how movies not only reflect but also initiate change and understanding regarding the social, political, and cultural challenges of their respective eras. From the very beginning, cinema has served as a reflection, capturing the many aspects of human civilization. Throughout cinematic history, from the silent era to the digital age, social mores, conflicts, and ideals have been portrayed. Throughout history, they have recorded important events, questioned dominant beliefs, and shed light to the struggles of underrepresented groups. what film does as a cultural relic that records the changing terrain of human life.

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Carlos Rivera. (2022). Film and Social Change: Exploring the Influence of Movies on Society. CINEFORUM, 62(1), 13–18. Retrieved from https://revistadecineforum.com/index.php/cf/article/view/3
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