Muslim Moral Culture Communicated through the Film “U-turn”

Abstract

The purpose of this research article is to study on Muslim moral culture in the film “U-turn”, a production of Muslim for Peace Foundation on White Channel. Data were collected from conversations of Muslim characters that reflect moral culture and analyze based on the concepts related to culture. The study found six aspects of moral cultural as follows: 1) Sacrifice, 2) Diligence, 3) Asking for and giving forgiveness, 4) Thriftiness, 5) Integrity, and 6) Patriotism. These moral precepts are all connected to morals and beliefs in the way of life among Muslims whose lives are adhered to Islamic principles that are important for their patterns of thinking and social behavior. It can be said that Muslims are a group of people in Thailand who have unique cultural patterns with adherence to Islamic teachings for their lives. The film emphasizes that Muslim moral culture is not only part of the culture but also plays an important role in controlling their lives and social conducts.