Maria Flood Books

The book explores the intricate dynamics of colonization and violence in the context of France's ongoing relationship with Algeria, highlighting the historical omissions in cinematic representations. Through detailed analyses of films by notable European and Algerian directors, it examines how these narratives reflect and shape political discourse. Maria Flood argues that understanding these connections enhances our comprehension of film's political power in confronting historical and contemporary violence, making the study relevant to current discussions on representation and memory.

This book helps readers understand Moonlight's profound political and social importance, the innovative technical choices adopted by director Barry Jenkins, and the film's adoption and disruption of traditional coming-of-age themes through the specific prism of Chiron's childhood and youth.