Abuaniza, Abdulhamid M. A. <br/><br/>
CENSORSHIP IN LIBYAN FILM AN CINEMA: AN ANALYSIS OF FILMMAKING BEFORE AND AFTER THE 2011 LIBYAN UPRISING / 
ABDULHAMID M. A. ABUANIZA ; SUPERVISOR, PROF. DR. JONATHAN STUBBS 
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<br/><br/>Thesis (PhD) - Cyprus International University. Institute of Graduate Studies and Research Communication and Media Studies 
<br/><br/> Libya as a country has been associated over the course of history with distinct<br/>periodization of administrations and systems of government. One of its most distinctive<br/>administrations is the Gaddafi administration which started in 1969, and ended with the<br/>Arab spring triggered Libya 2011 revolution. The administration was associated with<br/>severe censorship on its media, including the film and cinema. Censorship policies and<br/>punishment for not adhering to the policies were severe in the context of human rights<br/>policies. This research carries out an investigation into the Libyan censorship from its<br/>inception as a country and the birth of its film and cinema, and how it evolved over the<br/>years. This research investigated “the state of censorship in Libya” for three distinct<br/>periods of the cinema and film industry; Pre-Gaddafi, Pre-2011 revolution Libya, and<br/>Post-2011 revolution Libya. This research reports “the factor that have contributed to,<br/>shaped, and impacted censorship in Libya”. Using an extensive “qualitative research<br/>method” which thoroughly investigates the censorship in Libya. This research is designed<br/>and carried out using Libya’s cinema industry as a case study. The choice of using this<br/>case study is based on the research proposal of investigating a real-life context<br/>phenomenon; Libya’s censorship of film. The findings of this study have shown the film<br/>and cinema in Libya are defined by some underlying factors in censorship which are not<br/>peculiar to Libya alone but are however associated with most of the Arab world due to<br/>shared sociocultural values. The factors are however reflected in the censorship state of<br/>the country in different dimensions throughout the three periods of the country. The state<br/>of censorship in Libya's film industry has evolved significantly across three distinct time<br/>periods: pre-Gaddafi Libya, Gaddafi-led Libya, and post-Gaddafi Libya. Pre-Gaddafi<br/>cinema flourished with artistic expression despite sociocultural influences. Under<br/>Gaddafi's rule, severe censorship was imposed, driven by the regime's dictatorship and<br/>political agendas, coupled with societal norms. Post-Gaddafi, expectations for creative<br/>freedom soared, but censorship persists, now influenced by Islamist ideals, challenging<br/>democratic principles. Despite risks, including security concerns and power outages,<br/>filmmakers persist, showcasing resilience and optimism. Many opt to work in Egypt,<br/>leveraging stability while maintaining Libyan identity. Through innovation and<br/>determination, Libyan filmmakers strive to preserve their art and foster industry growth.<br/>Their perseverance not only sustains their craft but also inspires empathy and positive<br/>change amidst adversity.<br/><br/> 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Communication and Media Studies--Dissertations, Academic