This blog will delve into the process of identifying the main theme for exploration, discovering potential areas of interest, conducting the initial examination and discussion of the topic.
Initial Thesis Title: What does cultural hybridity mean in the 2019 version of Aladdin’s film?
Possible Directions within the Topic:
- Orientalism
- Postcolonialism
- Deconstruction
Postcolonialism and Poststructuralism (Deconstruction):
- In the broader category of postmodernism, we find the postcolonialism and poststructuralism (deconstruction).
Exploration of Postcolonial area:
- Homi Bhabha
- Context of Postcolonial Literature
- Postcolonial Culture
Deconstruction:
- Jacques Derrida
Orientalism:
- Edward Said
Existing Similar Topics: An analysis of the Aladdin films from 1992 to 2019 has been extensively discussed, critiquing elements of Orientalism and on the other hand praising the promotion of positive values. However, I intend to explore why dissatisfaction persists despite improvements between these two film versions. I aim to investigate how discrimination in colonial or postcolonial contexts is defined, drawing insights from postcolonial and Orientalist features.
The influence of the 1992 film on the 2019 hybrid is also worth exploring:
- The persistence of cultural hegemony
- Resistance and conflicts within colonized communities
- The phenomenon of deculturalization in the work
Issues in the Chosen Topic: The limitation of this topic lies in its focus primarily on analyzing the 2019 version of the Aladdin film. However, I propose expanding the analysis to include earlier versions, even the original one. This extension will aid in understanding the phenomena arising from the evolution of versions and contribute to a deeper comprehension of the elements within the hybrid.
Conclusion:
The title of the paper will be more generally changed based on the content of the text. However, it is not clear where the specific field of inquiry will be, so for now, with questions, priority will be given to understanding and developing deeper aspects of Orientalism, postcolonialism and deconstruction.