A PROGRESSIVE STUDY ON THE INCLUSION OF ISLAM IN THE MODERN FRENCH FILMS

Abstract

 Islam is frequently characterised as democracy's adversary. This paper examines two contemporary films where Islam plays a significant role in French society to examine how French directors have portrayed the intricate connection of Islam and the French society. ‘May Allah Bless France’ (2014) by Abd Al-Malik and ‘Made in France’ (2015) by Nicolas Boukhrief (2015). Allah be praised. While ‘Made in France’ dispels the myth that French Muslims are radicals, France portrays Islam as a source of instruction for minority youth. The first is based on the upbringing of Abd al-Malik. It shows how Islam might assist troubled minority teenagers in finding harmony in French society. On the other hand, ‘Made in France’ shows a homegrown Islamist terror group, demonstrating how the marginalisation of Muslims in France encourages the growth of such organisations. Although the films' methods for conveying this message are diametrically opposed, they have common ground in their critique of Islamophobia from a liberal perspective. According to the decolonial analysis of these movies, so as to fight against the subjugation of Muslims in French society, it is necessary to address past injustices resulting from colonial legacies. On the other hand, France can create a more united society by embracing the uniqueness of marginalised residents who are no longer seen as "typical" French citizens.