The Possibilities of Cinema in Overcoming the Crisis of Cultural Identity
https://doi.org/10.69975/2074-0832-2025-64-2-120-133
Abstract
The crisis of cultural identity in the modern world is a historically determined process. In the context of globalization and the hybrid confrontation of civilizations, cinema is becoming an effective method of manipulating personal identification. Due to its ability to influence a person by creating appropriate artistic images, cinema can affect an individual's self-awareness, ensure and strengthen his cultural identity. The strategic potential of the cinema’s positive effect on a person’s cultural identity lies inter alia in unleashing the power of Russian cinema.
About the Author
V. V. Novoselskaya
S.A. Gerasimov Russian Federation State University of Cinematography (VGIK)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Vera V. Novoselskaya - Cand. Sci. (in Pedagogy), Dr. Sci. degree seeker (in Art), S.A. Gerasimov Russian State University of Cinematography (VGIK).
3 Wilhelm Pieck Str., Moscow, 129226
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Novoselskaya V.V. The Possibilities of Cinema in Overcoming the Crisis of Cultural Identity. Vestnik VGIK. 2025;17(2(64)):120-133. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.69975/2074-0832-2025-64-2-120-133
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