The portrayal and stereotyping of european immigration in cinema: An analysis of the spanish case (1990-2022)

Abstract

This dissertation examines the portrayal of immigrants in Spanish cinema within the broader European context and assesses whether these depictions reinforce or challenge existing stereotypes. Focusing on films produced between 1990 and 2022, the study seeks to offer a comprehensive understanding of how immigration is represented in Spanish cinema over time. The research will provide a thorough overview of the shifts and continuities in how immigrants are depicted by analyzing the evolving portrayals of immigrants, including their diverse characteristics and statistical trends.