Abstract:
The principle aim of this paper is to create awareness among people about sexuality by analyzing
two films of Humayun Ahmed, Ghetuputro Komola (Pleasure Boy Komola) and Nandito Noroke
(In Blissful Hell). This dissertation focuses on the sexual exploitation and repression in our
society as it is reflected in those films. This study intends to present the practicalsituation of
existing society regarding sexuality by relating it with the films. The first chapter focuses on the
film Ghetuputro Komola,which actually represents the regressive culture and tradition of
pederasty of mediaeval Bengal, while the second chapter concentrates on the sufferings of
females, especially mentally challenged women in this patriarchal society. In both chapters, real
scenario of present society has been connected with the films by mentioning relative data. This
study believes that change can come only through awareness. As literature is a reflection of real
life and films are the best way to convey messages to the common people in an entertaining way,
through presenting these two films this paper intends to create awareness among people about
sexuality to ensure a safe and secure life
Description:
This thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of MA in English Language and Literature of East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
