Last of the Mohicans and the Anthropological Concepts of Race and Colonialism

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How the Last of the Mohicans can be Viewed through the Anthropological Concepts of Race and Colonialism that Challenge the Overcoming of Racial Divides
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April 10, 2023
Understanding how films are made to reflect societal or historical concepts is essential for any viewer. It allows him to appreciate the film's message and look at it with a critical and analytical eye. Accordingly, historical films are regularly produced because they have a great story to tell and a lesson to impart to the present generation. One example is Michael Mann's 1992 historical drama, The Last of the Mohicans, which is a perfect example of how these movies frequently highlight bravery and dedication to one's beliefs and traditions. The French and Indian War, which took place in colonial America in 1757, is depicted in the movie as a conflict between the British and the French for dominance of the region. As Hawkeye, a white man reared by the Mohican tribe, becomes involved in the battle between the two colonial powers, the story of Hawkeye is followed in the movie (Butler, 1976).
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Hawkeye, sometimes known as Natty Bumppo, is the primary character in "The Last of the Mohicans." He is a white man who has assimilated Native American traditions and lifestyle after being reared by them. Hawkeye and his comrades are followed as they negotiate the perils of the wilderness and the wars between the British, French, and Native American tribes in James Fenimore Cooper's book, which is set during the French and Indian War. The film highlights the separation of indigenous people and colonists—which can be referred to as racial division—and offers colonizers additional chances.
Ethnic discrimination can take many forms, such as limiting opportunities or resources for specific ethnic groups through laws, policies, or practices. Unfair access to essential services, including work, housing, healthcare, and education, can also be a sign of it. Ethnic division can also result in prejudice, stereotyping, and bias, worsening tensions between various ethnic groups. The author of this article will provide a critical analysis of the film in relation to the anthropological idea of race and colonialism in connection to racial discrimination (Blakemore, 1997). The author will examine whether "The Last of the Mohicans" reinforces harmful stereotypes and colonialist attitudes that prevent the bridging of racial divides through an analysis of the movie using anthropological concepts of race and colonialism, ultimately highlighting the need for more critical and nuanced representations of cultural systems in popular media.
Anthropological Themes
The movie's primary focus is how different races are divided into subgroups, such as the colonizers. The anthropological themes of colonialism and race can be used to analyze the book because they present difficulties bridging racial gaps. One explanation is the country's limited access to information, which limits its awareness of a particular culture or tribe. Race significantly affects the social and political dynamics of the characters in "The Last of the Mohicans." The European invaders are portrayed in the book as the "c...