Green Book (2018) and BlacKKKlansman (2018): An Analysis of White and Black Perspectives in Contemporary Films Using Critical Race Theory

Name

Kelsie E. Posey, Georgia Southern UniversityFollow

Publication Date

5-18-2020

Major

Multimedia Film & Production (B.S.)

Document Type and Release Option

Thesis (archived)

Faculty Mentor

Abbey Hoekzema

Abstract

This research analyzes two films, Green Book (2018) and BlacKKKlansman (2018), to uncover the connections between diverse racial representation off-screen, and the presentation of non-white perspectives on-screen. This study uses CRT to frame the effects of diverse source materials and production teams on the films' narratives.

Thesis Summary

This research uses Critical Race Theory to analyze Green Book (2018) and BlacKKKlansman (2018) to uncover the connections between diverse racial representation off-screen, and the presentation of non-white perspectives on-screen.

Recommended Citation

Posey, Kelsie E., "Green Book (2018) and BlacKKKlansman (2018): An Analysis of White and Black Perspectives in Contemporary Films Using Critical Race Theory" (2020). Honors College Theses. 507.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/honors-theses/507