Bollywood Film Traffic in the Arab World, 1954-2014

This book brings to light a lesser-explored facet of cultural globalization by unearthing Bollywood films circulations in the Middle East. Delving into the intricacies of South-South cinematic circuits, it unveils the networks linking the Bombay film industry with the Arab world. Through a blend of historical analysis and ethnographic insights, the book offers an exploration of how film circulations have evolved amidst geopolitical shifts and technological advancements. By reframing our perspective to view Arab cinema cultures through the lens of the Bombay film industry, it challenges prevailing Orientalist narratives, offering a nuanced and refreshing portrayal of the Arab-speaking region.

Némésis Srour holds a PhD in Social Anthropology and Ethnology from the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris. Her research specializes in the history of film circulations, employing an ethnographic approach. She has been honored with the prize for the French-language thesis sponsored by the Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) regional office in the Middle East. She is a co-founder of a platform dedicated to curating and distributing South Asian cinemas in France and has teaching experience in Indian Cinema history, International Relations, as well as film exhibition and distribution.