Libraries' films help users understand current conflict
Archived article from Dec 7, 2001
By Harry Glazer
One of the elements that has contributed to heightened levels of anxiety in our country in the wake of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and the onset of fighting in Afghanistan is a lack of knowledge. Many citizens are not well-informed on the history of Afghanistan or of other countries involved in the conflict, and don't understand the nature of Islam or the history of the United States' presence in that region.
The Rutgers University Libraries can help users find information on a broad range of topics related to current events. For instance, the libraries' Media Center offers dozens of video titles that elucidate and explain subjects deeply tied to current news.
Available videos include:
"Among the Non-believers"
A BBC-TV production in association with Ambrose Video. Explores the problems of living a Muslim life outside the Islamic world.
"The Black Tulip"
Produced and directed by Bruce "Pacho" Lane, Earthworm Films. Presents the Soviet war with Afghanistan.
"Deadly Currents"
A New Yorker Films release. Explores the Palestinian-Israeli conflict from both sides.
"Four Women of Egypt"
Produced by Women Make Movies, the National Film Board of Canada. Asks the question: How do we get along with one another when our views collide?
"Foundations"
A BBC-TV production in association with Ambrose Video and the I.I.S. An introduction to the essentials of Islam.
"Islam"
A co-production of WETA-TV and the Smithsonian Institution. Discusses the history and culture of Islam, not only as a religion, but also as a way of life.
"Middle East: Cradle of Conflict"
Produced by Bridgestone Production Group and AVI Communications. Examines why the cultures that share this region are in such conflict.
"The Road to War in the Persian Gulf"
An American School Publishers production. Provides an understanding of the historical causes of the Persian Gulf War.
"Struggling with Modernity"
A BBC-TV production in association with Ambrose Video and the I.I.S. Looks at the tensions within Islamic states as they attempt to make their laws and practices compatible with the 21st century.
To see a full list of the libraries' media holdings on the Middle East and Central Asia, visit www.libraries.rutgers.edu.
All titles can be viewed by individuals or groups at the offices of the Media Center, located in the Kilmer Library, or at Music Media in the Douglass Library. Faculty can also arrange to borrow films in the collection for classroom use.
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