The Shadow of the West

This documentary is part of the series The Arabs: A Living History, featuring Edward Said as a leading voice in the discussion of Western attitudes toward Arabs. Said, a prominent literary critic, delves into the historical roots of these perceptions, linking them to the Crusades, Hollywood, and European imperialism.

The film addresses significant themes such as the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and Western interference in Palestinian fate. It provides a critical examination of the concepts of orientalism and imperialism, making it an important work for those interested in the socio-political landscape of the Middle East. The keywords associated with the film, such as apartheid and occupying power, reflect the contentious issues explored in the documentary. Collectors of documentary films and those focused on historical and political narratives may find this title particularly relevant.