Political And Social Satire In The Simpsons
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Political And Social Satire In
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Author : Gerard Nehling
language : en
Publisher: GRIN Verlag
Release Date : 2009-06
Political And Social Satire In written by Gerard Nehling and has been published by GRIN Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-06 with categories.
Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2006 im Fachbereich Didaktik - Englisch - Sonstiges, Note: 1,3, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen (Englisches Seminar), Veranstaltung: Landeskunde: Britain and Europe, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: The following essay will explore political and social satire in The Simpsons. This essay will prove Homer Simpson wrong saying in the episode "Mr. Lisa Goes to Washington" "...cartoons don't have any deep meaning. They are just stupid drawings that give you a cheap laugh". In this essay it will be argued that The Simpsons provides us with an in-depth satirical reflection on U.S. society and, to a certain degree, on Western societies in general. Furthermore, this essay will examine the view of creator Matt Groening and the other writers of The Simpsons that the programme skilfully incorporates the subtext that "[t]he people in power don't always have your best interest in mind" (Cantor 1999, p. 745). Armstrong (2005a, p. 11) emphasises in his article about "Satire as Critical Pedagogy" that satire is a vehicle through which political literacy will be developed and underlines that it is an important part of political education. Thus, the analysis of satire is a vital part of cultural studies and is accordingly examined in this essay.
Political And Social Satire In The Simpsons
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Author : Gerard Nehling
language : de
Publisher: GRIN Verlag
Release Date : 2009-06-26
Political And Social Satire In The Simpsons written by Gerard Nehling and has been published by GRIN Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-06-26 with Literary Collections categories.
Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2006 im Fachbereich Englisch - Sonstiges, Note: 1,3, Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen (Englisches Seminar), Veranstaltung: Landeskunde: Britain and Europe, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: The following essay will explore political and social satire in The Simpsons. This essay will prove Homer Simpson wrong saying in the episode “Mr. Lisa Goes to Washington”: “...cartoons don’t have any deep meaning. They are just stupid drawings that give you a cheap laugh”. In this essay it will be argued that The Simpsons provides us with an in-depth satirical reflection on U.S. society and, to a certain degree, on Western societies in general. Furthermore, this essay will examine the view of creator Matt Groening and the other writers of The Simpsons that the programme skilfully incorporates the subtext that “[t]he people in power don’t always have your best interest in mind” (Cantor 1999, p. 745). Armstrong (2005a, p. 11) emphasises in his article about “Satire as Critical Pedagogy” that satire is a vehicle through which political literacy will be developed and underlines that it is an important part of political education. Thus, the analysis of satire is a vital part of cultural studies and is accordingly examined in this essay.
The Simpsons Satire And American Culture
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Author : M. Henry
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2012-09-25
The Simpsons Satire And American Culture written by M. Henry and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-09-25 with Performing Arts categories.
How is The Simpsons a satirical artwork engaged with important social, political, and cultural issues? In time for the twenty-fifth anniversary, Henry offers the first comprehensive understanding of the show as a satire and explores the ways in which The Simpsons participates in the so-called "culture war" debates taking place in American society.
The Simpsons Satire And American Culture
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Author : M. Henry
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2012-09-25
The Simpsons Satire And American Culture written by M. Henry and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-09-25 with Performing Arts categories.
How is The Simpsons a satirical artwork engaged with important social, political, and cultural issues? In time for the twenty-fifth anniversary, Henry offers the first comprehensive understanding of the show as a satire and explores the ways in which The Simpsons participates in the so-called "culture war" debates taking place in American society.
Leaving Springfield
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Author : John Alberti
language : en
Publisher: Wayne State University Press
Release Date : 2004
Leaving Springfield written by John Alberti and has been published by Wayne State University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Drama categories.
Since its first appearance as a series of cartoon vignettes in 1987 and its debut as a weekly program in 1990, The Simpsons has had multiple, even contradictory, media identities. Although the show has featured biting political and social satire, which often proves fatal to mass public acceptance, The Simpsons entered fully into the mainstream, consistently earning high ratings from audiences and critics alike. Leaving Springfield addresses the success of The Simpsons as a corporate-manufactured show that openly and self-reflexively parodies the very consumer capitalism it simultaneously promotes. By exploring such topics as the impact of the show's satire on its diverse viewing public and the position of The Simpsons in sitcom and television animation history, the commentators develop insights into the ways parody intermixes with mass media to critique post modern society. In spite of the longevity and high cultural profile of the show, The Simpsons has so far attracted only scattered academic attention. Leaving Springfield will be of importance to both scholars of media and fans of the show interested in the function of satire in popular culture in general and television in particular.
Homer Simpson Ponders Politics
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Author : Joseph J. Foy
language : en
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Release Date : 2013-05-01
Homer Simpson Ponders Politics written by Joseph J. Foy and has been published by University Press of Kentucky this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-05-01 with Political Science categories.
It is often said that the poet Homer "educated" ancient Greece. Joseph J. Foy and Timothy M. Dale have assembled a team of notable scholars who argue, quite persuasively, that Homer Simpson and his ilk are educating America and offering insights into the social order and the human condition. Following Homer Simpson Goes to Washington (winner of the John G. Cawelti Award for Best Textbook or Primer on American and Popular Culture) and Homer Simpson Marches on Washington, this exceptional volume reveals how books like J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit and J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter, movies like Avatar and Star Wars, and television shows like The Office and Firefly define Americans' perceptions of society. The authors expand the discussion to explore the ways in which political theories play out in popular culture. Homer Simpson Ponders Politics includes a foreword by fantasy author Margaret Weis (coauthor/creator of the Dragonlance novels and game world) and is divided according to eras and themes in political thought: The first section explores civic virtue, applying the work of Plato and Aristotle to modern media. Part 2 draws on the philosophy of Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Smith as a framework for understanding the role of the state. Part 3 explores the work of theorists such as Kant and Marx, and the final section investigates the ways in which movies and newer forms of electronic media either support or challenge the underlying assumptions of the democratic order. The result is an engaging read for undergraduate students as well as anyone interested in popular culture.
Homer Simpson Marches On Washington
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Author : Timothy M. Dale
language : en
Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
Release Date : 2010-03-19
Homer Simpson Marches On Washington written by Timothy M. Dale and has been published by University Press of Kentucky this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-03-19 with Social Science categories.
The Simpsons questions what is culturally acceptable, showcasing controversial issues like homosexuality, animal rights, the war on terror, and religion. This subtle form of political analysis is effective in changing opinions and attitudes on a large scale. Homer Simpson Marches on Washington explores the transformative power that enables popular culture to influence political agendas, frame the consciousness of audiences, and create profound shifts in values and ideals. To investigate the full spectrum of popular culture in a democratic society, editors Timothy M. Dale and Joseph J. Foy gather a top-notch team of scholars who use television shows such as Star Trek, The X-Files, All in the Family, The View, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and The Colbert Report, as well as movies and popular music, to investigate contemporary issues in American popular culture.
Machiavelli Meets Mayor Quimby
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Author : Nathan Thoms
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2006-06-01
Machiavelli Meets Mayor Quimby written by Nathan Thoms and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-06-01 with Performing Arts categories.
Since its 1989 independent debut The Simpsons has enjoyed phenomenal success in both domestic markets and internationally, but very little academic notice has been paid to this series and the messages it broadcasts daily now that it is in syndication to its millions of fans worldwide. This book focuses on an analysis of the political messages contained within the episodes of the first season of the series from 1989-1990 with the goal of identifying, analyzing, and understanding the message, or messages related to politics contained within each episode which millions are exposed to each year. Note that this book does not analyze The Simpsons in terms of its Machiavellian content; the title is meant to suggest the rich political undercurrents of The Simpsons, though not necessarily from a Machiavellian perspective.
The Simpsons And Philosophy
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Author : William Irwin
language : en
Publisher: Open Court Publishing
Release Date : 2001
The Simpsons And Philosophy written by William Irwin and has been published by Open Court Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Philosophy categories.
Here we can find out about irony and the meaning of life, the politics of the nuclear family, Marxism in Springfield, the elusiveness of happiness, popular parody as a form of tribute, and why we need animated TV shows. As if all that weren't enough, this book actually contains the worst philosophy essay ever.
Current Trends In Technology And Society Volume 1
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Author : Rick van der Zwan
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2012
Current Trends In Technology And Society Volume 1 written by Rick van der Zwan and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Technological innovations categories.