Gudkov, D. D. The Image of a Warring Russian and American in Cinematograph: Differences in Values

Abstract: The author of the present article describes the differences, first of all, axiological differences, in the images f a Russian soldier and American soldier in fiction and cinematograph. The researcher compares the systems of values of Russian and American soldiers when they strive for the same goal – Victory. The author analyzes their emotions, attitudes and decisions and demonstrates differences in Russian and American attitudes to similar situations from the point of view of their values. The analysis carried out by the author covers a wide range of empiric material. The main research methods are the content analysis of fiction as well as Russian and foreign films and TV serials as well as some literary works. The author applies the comparative approach. The latest war conflicts happening all over the world including the last events in the Ukraine, wars in Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan create the need for re-considering the image of a warning man and his system of values at different historical periods – the Second World War, Vietnam, Chechen and Georgian campaigns. The article presents the results of the research and scientifically proves the main difference in values of an American soldier and Russian soldier under the conditions striving for victory in a war conflict.

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