What Are Some Examples Of Orientalism?

Orientalism refers to mannerism, quality, or customs specific to or characteristic of the Orient. Given definition of the Orientalism doesn't suffice for a complete reflection of the Orientalism, as Edward Sayid contends that Orientalism means more than sheer understanding of the Orient, rather it refers to a biased understanding of the Orient on the part of the west.
Some glaring examples of Orientalism can be found in the following content:
Firstly, the justifying principle of colonialism, which the west used extensively for its imperialistic designs, emerged out of Orientalism whereby the west conveniently declared the Orient "ignorant and dark" and to enlighten it the west embarked upon colonial expedition.
Secondly, so long as cultural interaction started between the east and the west, one way flow of ideas and philosophy appears marked, the stream of flow has been from the west to eastwards. It again proves that under the influence of the Orientalism the west has been reluctant to open up its acceptance to the Oriental philosophy and ideas, rather it has been immensely concentrating on pouring the western philosophy and ideas generously on the Orient.  
Thirdly, the recent most manifestation of Orientalism is exhibited through neo-imperialism, under which the west led by the U.S.A. is invading the dark and ignorant of the Orient, to enlighten them.

Orientalism is the study of the Eastern societies and cultures. The sphere of influence also covers the native languages and people. Over the years a number of scholars have referred to the imitation or depiction of the various aspects of these cultures in the West by dedicated writers,  and artists. Orientalism is also an indication of the typical eastern motifs and styles in art, architecture and design.

In the modern world, the Orientalism is synonymous with Chinese films, the Hindu religion, the Islamic culture and even the Japanese arts. While the East is referred to as the Orient, the West is called the Occident. Comparisons between the two worlds have always been the centre of research for many scholars and the best of both worlds is a utopian thought. All the nations of the world strive to make this ideal fusion between the east and the west possible and the best of both cultures continue to influence the other.  

The Orient or the East is synonymous with culture as the west is with materialistic prosperity. Orientalism is not a modern concept and has been around since the beginning of time. The art and architecture of the Orient is explored to the maximum on the celluloid screen, by film-makers of the west.