Fear of the Dark

by Lola Young

Studies of the portrayal of black people in film have tended to be studies for the ideological correctness of the depictions of black people and the extent to which they rely on stereotypes. By closely examining films such as Sapphire (1959), Leo the Last (1969), Black Joy (1977), Playing Away (1986) and Mona Lisa (1987) and situating them in their historical and social context, Fear of the Dark develops a particualar critical perspective on the film portrayal of black female sexuality and questions the extent to which black film makers have challenged stereotypes.

Genres: Film

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First published November 30, 1995

About the author

Margaret Omolola Young, Baroness Young of Hornsey, OBE is a British actress, author, crossbench peer, and Chancellor of the University of Nottingham.

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