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Symbolic construction of queer identities in Victorian queer cinema


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Sun, Wenxiao and Abdullah, Karmilah and Ong, Sharon Yong Yee (2024) Symbolic construction of queer identities in Victorian queer cinema. Visual Review. International Visual Culture Review / Revista Internacional De Cultura, 16 (5). pp. 149-162. ISSN 2695-9631

Abstract

This article analyzes the symbolic construction of queer identities in Sarah Waters' Neo-Victorian Trilogy using content analysis and film semiotics. It explores postmodern narrative techniques and the symbolism of femininity, focusing on themes of desire, identity, and redemption. The highlight of this article is how Waters' works enrich the narrative and challenge traditional representations, offering new perspectives on gender and sexuality in visual culture, and provide a framework for symbolic of queer film, contributed three themes: sex, salvation and desire. Furthermore, the finding also indicates that the shift of queer films to OTT platforms has diversified queer imagery, encouraging more creators to engage in queer film production and fostering a pluralistic understanding and support for the LGBTQ+ community.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Humanities, Management and Science
UPM Kampus Bintulu
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.62161/revvisual.v16.5308
Publisher: Visualcom Scientific Publications
Keywords: Postmodern; Queer film; Queer image; Victoria trilogy
Depositing User: Ms. Nur Faseha Mohd Kadim
Date Deposited: 28 Apr 2025 04:28
Last Modified: 28 Apr 2025 04:28
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/117089
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