The empire triumphant : race, religion and rebellion in the Star wars films /

"The first topic of this examination is how the films use the language of colonialism to emphasize the idea of imperialism. Next the author looks at how Asian influences provide a subtext for much of the action. Then turns to the representation of people of color in the Star Wars universe, and...

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Main Author: Wetmore, Kevin J., Jr., 1969-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2005]
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Online Access:Table of contents
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Summary:"The first topic of this examination is how the films use the language of colonialism to emphasize the idea of imperialism. Next the author looks at how Asian influences provide a subtext for much of the action. Then turns to the representation of people of color in the Star Wars universe, and how other ethnicities are represented overall"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:ix, 214 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:Includes filmography (page 201), bibliographical references (pages 203-208) and index.
ISBN:078642219X (softcover : alk. paper)