Kevin J. Wetmore, Jr.
The Empire Triumphant - Race, Religion and Rebellion in the Star Wars Films

McFarland & Company, Inc., Jefferson 2005

[…] "The first topic of this multifaceted examination is how the Star Wars films use the language of colonialism to emphasize imperialism. Next the author looks at subtexts that draw on Asian influences - including undertones from Taoism an Buddhism ant the works of Kurosawa and other Asian filmmakers. The discussion turns to the representation of people of color and other ethnicities, particularly through the literalization of the word 'aliens'. These topics of discussion provide for penetrating conclusions about Lucas's films and how they represent race, religion, and rebellion." [Covertextauszug]

Inhalt:

Acknowledgments
Introduction: Of Fanon and Fanboys
Chapter 1. Frantz Fannon ind a Galaxy Far, Far Away, or What Is an Empire Without Colomies?
Chapter 2. The Power of Mythmaking / May the Tao Be with You: Myth, Reliion and Star Wars
Chapter 3. "Help Me, Kurosawa Aira, You're My Only Hope": Asian Culture and Star Wars
Chapter 4. "Making the Galaxy Safe for White People": People of Color in the Star Wars Universe
Chapter 5. "Bridge on the Planet Naboo": Asians (and Others) as Aliens
Conclusion: The Empire Triumphant: Cultural Appropriation and Postcolonial Discourse
Chapter Notes
Filmography
Bibliography
Index