Abstract
This paper explains that globalization has resulted in tremendous cultural exchange and adaptation that many people view as an unfortunate dilution and abridgment of culture. The author points out that "Mulan" is easy to dissect for its inaccuracies and misrepresentation of Chinese culture; however, this is pointless because the film industry forever has sought dramatic stories that are then fitted into the differing aims of film. The paper states that the very popular, 2001 Chinese-made masterpiece "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Tiger" very obviously was created to appeal to what was known of the North American imaginary view of China. The author reflects that, although both films can be seen as 'hybridized', they should be evaluated as Hollywood outsourced products carefully designed and marketed to acquire profits.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
"Mulan"
"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Tiger"
Reflections
Concluding Discussion

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"This video, like the film that is discussed presently, was a Disney production meant for a non-Chinese market, released in 1998. The film centers on a legend of the Wei Dynasty (386-534 AD), its heroine a girl to join the army, taking her father's place and obscuring her gender. Mulan was such a good soldier that she was later decorated by the emperor and was offered a court position which she declined in order that she returns to her family. After a fascinating progression of much daring-do and matters of who suspected or did not suspect that Mulan was actually a young woman, ..."

Tags:disney, outsourcing, transnationalization, universal, de-, culturization

Abstract
The paper discusses how the three films; "Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Prices," "The Corporation" and "Manufacturing Consent" together offer extensive insights into the plight of modern labor within the context of the globalizing economy. Globalization is vaunted by its proponents as being good for everyone; a wonderful win-win situation for corporations, labor, capital consumers, the Global North and the Global South.

Tags:wal, mart, achbar, globalization

Abstract
This paper explains that the superimposing effect of western culture has been multi-focal and directed into several paradigms of the Muslim society, which has a rapid and widespread influence on the culture of these countries. The author points out that the popularity of Hollywood films poses an offensive threat in those Islamic countries where moderate governments are threatened by Islamic fundamentalism. The paper states that, even although American culture is seen as a seething immoral and unscrupulous influence, which lacks morality and values of family and tradition, it has had a very profound impact on the central values of the traditional world of Islam because more and more youth across the Muslim world are adopting American culture and lifestyles as a way of life.

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"Across the world, the United States of America is best regarded as a colonial force than a superpower. It is bent upon westernizing other parts of the globe to satisfy its selfish and devious agenda. In attacking Afghanistan, the United States may have toppled an oppressive regime that reigned in the form of the Taliban but it sure is a measure to install in place a more loyal and conforming mechanism that would report back to the United States in all forms and channels. America is doing nothing but extending its vicious presence across the globe in the hunt for valuable riches that will help it to sustain its economic drive and potential in the long run. It is busy creating a form of imperialism that can work out best to its won advantage irrespective of the pitiable condition of many economies. It is an all out war in all fields."

Tags:superimposing, imperialism, films, youth, values

Abstract
This paper discusses the military's use of film as a propaganda tool. The films that examined in the paper are "Battlefield" and "The Manchurian Candidate". Other topics discussed include the Cold War and the use of ideology.

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"Depictions of the US Military in film have varied considerably over the years. Some films portray the US Military as a negative force that is being used to repress the average citizen. Others portray the US Military in a very positive light by suggesting that they are the average citizen's last defense against hostile nations. Although both depictions can be found in films from any year there are definitely patterns in the proportions of the depictions. In certain time periods the negative depictions of the US Military will outnumber the positive ones. In other time periods the positive depictions..."

Tags:films, military, propaganda

Abstract
This paper analyzes several war films which depict the triumphs and horrors of warfare. In particular the paper considers several which are considered cinema classics that are gritty, heart wrenching, and realistic. These include "Saving Private Ryan," "Platoon," and "Casualties of War" which fall into a category of excellence and draw the audience into wartime experiences, both harrowing and heroic.

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"There have been many films depicting the triumphs and horrors of warfare, however, several stand out as cinema classics that are gritty, heart wrenching, and realistic. "Saving Private Ryan," "Platoon," and "Casualties of War" are three movies that fall into a category of..."

Tags:war, films, vietnam

Abstract
The writer looks at various aspects in both films including the film techniques used to create actual film, and the representation of society, how the general public of the early twentieth centaury behaved and what their ethics were. It looks at key areas including: production techniques, narrative, marketing and target audience and includes a conclusion.

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"Aims and Objectives We looked at the two film productions based on the sinking of the Titanic. The 1997 production directed by James Cameron Titanic and the late 50 s production directed by Roy Baker A night to remember . It was based on the No.1 bestseller A night to remember by Walter Lord, both book and film were based on factual evidence. They obtained information from ship plans, writing to survivors and many other valuable sources."

Tags:comparitive, films, media, study, titanic

Abstract
The paper explains that the idea that war films either "embrace combat" or "deny combat" really refers to the setting more than to any thematic issue; in the first, the viewer is taken into the heat of battle, while in the second, the viewer, along with the protagonist, is removed from combat. The paper examines "Went the Day Well?," a film that removes the viewer from military life but is a film that has to embrace combat at the same time because it brings the war home as a group of Germans impersonate British citizens. The paper also looks at a film like "The Deer Hunter" that also mixes the two types as much of the film takes place on the home front and then takes the audience into the middle of combat in Vietnam.

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"The idea that war films either "embrace combat" or "deny combat" really refers to the setting more than to any thematic issue. In the first, the viewer is taken into the heat of battle, while in the second, the viewer, along with the protagonist, is removed from combat. The distinction is often not valid, as in "Went the Day Well?", a film that removes the viewer from military life but is a film that has to embrace combat at the same time because it brings the war home as a group of Germans impersonate British citizens. A film like "The Deer Hunter" also mixes the two types as much of the film takes place on the home front and then takes the audience into the middle of combat in Vietnam. The latter..."

Tags:blogs, films, reactions

Abstract
This paper examines the ethnic and racial themes in three films: "To Kill a Mockingbird", "Raisin in the Sun" and "Year of the Dragon". The author summarizes each film. The paper reviews the emotions of some of the characters in relationship to the ethnic and racial themes in each the movies.

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""To Kill a Mockingbird" is set in a small Southern town in the ... . An idealistic white lawyer, Gregory Peck, defends a black man, Brock Peters, who is falsely accused of raping an ignorant white woman. Although the lawyer proves his client is not guilty the all-white jury ..."

Tags:Movies, Ethnicity, Racism, Films, Emotions, Prejudice

Abstract
In this essay, the writer considers two separate articles regarding globalization. The two articles discussed are "The Truth about Globalization" by Timothy Taylor, and "Ecocide and Globalization" by Franz J. Broswimmer. The writer looks at each of the author's individual arguments and views regarding the subject of globalization.

From the Paper
"The two articles that we are here concerned with analyzing are "The Truth about Globalization" by Timothy Taylor, and "Ecocide and Globalization" by Franz J. Broswimmer. Taylor puts forward an intelligent and well-documented argument in favor of globalization, seeing it as a way for all people and nations to grow richer through augmentation of trade opportunities and the exchange of ideas and skills, specifically the growth of technical capacity which has been shown to be a key factor in industrializing and hence growing wealthy."

Tags:globalization, compare, articles

Abstract
This paper analyzes the way in which technological advancements have made it much easier for the people around the world to be connected to each other. The paper discusses how it has become much more convenient for people to travel, communicate and do business internationally. It discusses the expansion of the corporate sector and policies of trade liberalization and financial market deregulation.

Table of Contents:
What is Globalization
Historic Background of Globalization
Analytical Perspectives about Globalization
Social/Global Stratification
Positive Impacts of Globalization
Negative Impacts of Globalization
Conclusion

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"A common perception of globalization is like treating the world as a shared market by breaking the physical and politico-cultural barriers. Its practical implication is in the terms of corporate companies deciding to take part in the emerging global economy and by establishing themselves in foreign markets. These companies in a global environments, adopt their products or services to the final user's cultural requirements. The technology plays a vital role in expansion of the businesses beyond traditional boundaries. These companies make best utilization of the Internet revolution and establish a virtual presence on the international marketplace with a multilingual corporate website or even as an e-business. Globalization is not a new concept any more, but it remains as intrigue as it was at its time of inception. It is an inevitable phenomenon. It has helped in bridging the gulfs between the world's economic, political and cultural values and practices. The last two decades have witnessed a tremendous advancement in the field of technology canalizing way for much faster and dramatic application of the concept of globalization thereby coining the term of a 'global village' for the entire world. Its impacts on different nations, however, remain much debatable."

Tags:deregulation, economy, global, globalization, liberalization, market, marketing, trade, village