Langford studies the long tradition of allegorical expression in Persian culture and demonstrates that Iranian filmmakers who use it are not only motivated by constraints censorship, contrary to what has often been argued: allegory is an integral part their aesthetics. Through powerful readings films iconic directors from both pre post-revolution period, shows a tool for expression, sometimes c...

This paper articulates the concept of space and gender using illustrations from the cultural iconography of Hindu Goddesses. The boundary and control of public and private spaces leading to differences in toleration of women within them is discussed. I apply the popular conception of values outlined within Ramayana and Mahabharata texts as they impacted Goddess Sita and Princess Draupadi. I hav...

To transmit and display high quality movies via optical networks, a new Super High Definition (SHD) digital cinema distribution system with the resolution of 8-million pixel is developed. Its image quality is four times of HDTV in resolution, and enables us to replace conventional 35mm films. This system is based on JPEG 2000 coding technology and transmits high quality digital cinema over high...