The Shadow of the West · 1983
The Shadow of the West (1983) is a Documentary film directed by Geoff Dunlop, starring Edward Said.
Documentary
Overview
Edward Said, Professor of English & Comparative Literature at Columbia University, was one of the most prominent literary critics of the late 20th century and a leading spokesperson for the Palestinian cause in the US. In this episode, Said examines Western attitudes to the Arabs and finds their origins in the Crusades, Hollywood and European empire building. He sees the Palestinian fate as the result of years of Western interference. One of the ten episodes of The Arabs: A Living History.
Cast
Edward Said
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What is "The Shadow of the West" about?
Edward Said, Professor of English & Comparative Literature at Columbia University, was one of the most prominent literary critics of the late 20th century and a leading spokesperson for the Palestinian cause in the US. In this episode, Said examines Western attitudes to the Arabs and finds their origins in the Crusades, Hollywood and European empire building. He sees the Palestinian fate as the result of years of Western interference. One of the ten episodes of The Arabs: A Living History.
When was "The Shadow of the West" released?
The Shadow of the West was released in 1983.
Who stars in "The Shadow of the West"?
The cast includes Edward Said.
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