1) Watch the opening of Yasmin (2004) again. Does it offer a positive or negative view of British Muslims? To what extent does it reinforce or challenge Edward Said's theory of Orientalism - that the west is superior to the exotic or uncivilised east? I think that in many respects the representation of British Muslims in this film is positive. I find this especially evident in the scene when Yasmin and her male friend are helping the disabled young people into the bus. One of the general views of Muslims held by society is that they are a danger to humanity and that they are probably terrorists. Therefore to feature a scene that depicts a Muslim women opposing this ideological view, it positively represents British Muslims as being helpful, compassionate and community minded. We also see her integrating with western society e.g. going to a pub with her white male friend despite the possible reactions, representing Muslims as friendly and approachable, traits that aren't s