Hans Zimmer's False Stereotypes

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This movie explores the false stereotypes about black and white people but mainly focusing on the false stereotyping of black people being lazy, dirty and unintelligent. The movie shows how these stereotypes are woven into the fabric of everyday life. The movie shows the mistrust between the blacks and the whites and the dangerous outcomes that can occur when people challenge the stereotypes.
Hans Zimmer born 1957 is a German film composer who is known for his work on ‘The Dark Night Rises’, ‘Inception’ and ‘Gladiator’. When asked to compose for ‘12 Years a Slave' Zimmer believed that he wasn't worthy of composing for such an intense topic but after speaking to director Steve McQueen he was convinced otherwise. While composing for this film

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