Frames of Evil

Here is a review of a book titled Frames of Evil. The book approaches the subject of the holocaust in films in relation to horror films. Ultimately the article says "film is viewed as being important for the creation of historical awareness and for sustaining the sense of society as moral community" and that cultural representations in film and memorials assure that it will not be forgotten. I agree with the article's argument. Film is indeed such an integral part of our culture that it can provide a base for future cultural interpretations, in this context films can advance our understanding of the event. However, it can very easily lead to distortion of the event if a person's knowledge of the event comes solely from film.