Overview
an essay that discusses and analyzes the cinematic portrayal of Partition of 1947. Specifically going into the details of the depiction of the impact that it had on the lives of the protagonists featured in the films selected. How do the films display the cause and effects of the partition and their differential effects on issues relating to individuals, families, gender, and communities?
Based on your viewing of at least THREE films listed below—
Garm Hava (1973)
Chhalia (1960)
Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001)
Hey Ram (2000)
and include the readings below:
http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~sj6/gilmartin%20historiogr...
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2015/06/29/the-...
https://www-jstor-org.offcampus.lib.washington.edu/stable/j.ctv1bzfp93
https://alliance-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/pr...
https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.offcampus.lib.wa...