Framing Islam in Hollywood: How Subtle Religious Cues Shape Audience Perceptions of Films and Muslims

• In Event: Politics of Religion and Israel

Brief Overview

This study tests how subtle Muslim identity cues in film descriptions affect perceptions of films and Muslims. Using a 2×2 design (label × role), it explores framing effects on bias, revealing how media shapes polarization and inclusive storytelling.

Author

• Mahrukh Maqsood, University of North Carolina at Charlotte