National Identity and the Anglo-Irish Representation in Ken Loach's "The Wind that Shakes the Barley"

Exploring the intricate relationship between film and national identity, this seminar paper examines "The Wind That Shakes The Barley" as a case study. It highlights how national identity is both influenced by and influences media representations. The analysis focuses on the complexities of contemporary national identity within a globalized context, emphasizing the contrast between textual and contextual elements to provide a critical perspective on British identity. The paper contributes to the understanding of how film can shape cultural narratives.