The Segregated Gun as an Indicator of Racism and

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Abstract

This paper examines the portrayal of guns in film, focusing on how their representation in the hands of Black characters perpetuates structural racism and stereotypes. Analyzing films like *Django Unchained*, *John Q.*, and *Proud Mary*, the authors argue that the gun's symbolism is complex, simultaneously representing both the oppression faced by the Black community and the potential for resistance and empowerment. The paper proposes that filmmakers must critically analyze the use of guns and stereotypical character tropes to desegregate the gun in film and promote more accurate and equitable representations.

Publisher

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jul 27, 2020

Authors

Julie M. Aultman, Elizabeth Piatt, Jason Piatt

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