PCUL 1F92 Lecture Notes - Antonio Gramsci, Moral Panic, Late Capitalism
18 Dec 2012
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Capitalism or late capitalism dominates our current era. Political systems, moral systems, representational systems may be seen as supporting the economic aspects. Homogeneity tied to our construction as consumers. As defined by antonio gramsci (1891-1937) it is common sense . Something that we all share, even though it is not all the same in our minds. Ideals we share but not found upon us all. Offered up in ways that are internalized. Popular culture form offer a pleasure but while doing so can reinforce certain values for us. Seems sot fulfill needs that we have. Will be more evident when we undertake textual analysis of representations. But at the same time we celebrate those who rebel. Seen as a potential threat to dominant culture. Young kids not allowed to watch it. Early 1990"s critiques and moral panics around bart and the simpsons more widely. People taking popular culture into their own hands.
