CHIVALRY AND MASCULINITY IN FILMS KINGDOM OF HEAVEN AND BLACK HAWK DOWN

Abstract

This study examines the portrayal of chivalry and masculinity in Kingdom of Heaven (2005) and Black Hawk Down (2001) through a sociological lens. Using theories of chivalry (Braudy, 2005) and masculinity (Connell, 2020), it highlights the dominance of battle prowess and leadership among male protagonists. Findings reveal that Kingdom of Heaven emphasizes modern interpretations of these concepts, reflecting cultural shifts in film. The descriptive qualitative method was used for analysis.