The Evolution of An Artform: An Analysis of Black Characters in Animation from 1920-2010

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dc.contributorGuenther, Irene V.
dc.contributorHarwell, Debbie
dc.contributorMorrison, Iain
dc.contributor.authorStewart, Rahni C.
dc.date.accessioned2021-09-10T17:43:51Z
dc.date.available2021-09-10T17:43:51Z
dc.date.issued2021-05
dc.description.abstractThroughout history, the animation industry has positioned itself as one of the most beloved and profitable forms of entertainment. The artform's success has always been dependent on its ability to adapt to cultural and societal expectations of audiences. By doing so, animation has managed to remain relevant regardless of the era it is in. One of the easiest ways for the animation industry to appeal to ever-changing audience interests was to capitalize on consistent societal sentiments, specifically black ethnic humor. By focusing on the humiliation and exploitation of black Americans in their cartoons, animators throughout history could maintain and grow their status in the entertainment industry. This research aims to understand how and why societal changes throughout American history have impacted black ethnic humor in the animation industry.
dc.description.departmentHistory, Department of
dc.description.departmentHonors College
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10657/8194
dc.language.isoen
dc.relation.ispartofSenior Honors Theses
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dc.subjectMinstrelsy
dc.subjectAnimation
dc.subjectBlackface
dc.subjectDisney
dc.subjectFilmation
dc.subjectCartoons
dc.subjectEthnic humor
dc.subjectTelevision
dc.subjectEntertainment
dc.titleThe Evolution of An Artform: An Analysis of Black Characters in Animation from 1920-2010
dc.typeHonors Thesis
dc.type.dcmiText
thesis.degree.collegeCollege of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
thesis.degree.levelBachelors
thesis.degree.nameBachelor of Science

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