Joseph Natoli Knihy

Encyklopedie postmodernismu zahrnuje více než padesát obsáhlých hesel o předních teoreticích a umělcích, kteří bývají označováni jako "postmoderní", bez ohledu na to, zda by s touto nálepkou sami souhlasili či nikoli. Žánrový záběr publikace je velmi široký stejně jako záběr samotné postmoderny. V publikaci najdeme hesla o nejdůležitějších filozofech ( R. Barthes, J. Baudrillard, J. Derrida či M. Foucault), psycholozích (J. Lacan), ale také spisovatelích (I. Calvino, J. Folwes, S. Rushdie, U. Eco), režisérech ( bratři Coenovi, D. Lynch), hudebních skladatelích ( J. Cage), výtvarnících, performerech a fotografech ( R. Rauschenberg, Ping Chong, C. Shermanová).

Exploring the intersection of popular film and significant historical events, this book delves into how American culture shapes collective identity and perceptions. It examines the impact of films like Fargo and Titanic alongside major events, including the deaths of Princess Diana and Mother Teresa, revealing how marketing strategies tap into societal frustrations and desires. Blending memoir with cultural criticism, it offers a fast-paced journey through the postmodern American landscape, reflecting on the complexities of contemporary life and imagination.

Exploring the relationship between personal narratives and societal issues, the book blends memoir with cultural analysis, focusing on films like The Matrix and American Beauty alongside significant events such as the WTO protests and the death of John F. Kennedy Jr. Joseph Natoli identifies how these films reflect and shape cultural dynamics, all while avoiding complex jargon. His unique narrative approach offers a fresh perspective on postmodern critique, contributing to the field of cultural studies in an engaging and accessible manner.

Through a postmodern lens, the book examines American culture during 1993-1995, a period marked by growing anxieties and culminating in the tragic events surrounding the Heaven's Gate cult. It reviews significant headlines of the time and utilizes film as a framework to make sense of the chaotic and often irrational societal shifts. The analysis delves into the complexities of contemporary life as the nation approached the millennium, highlighting the tensions and uncertainties that defined the era.

Exploring the intricate relationship between personal identity and broader cultural narratives, this book intertwines an individual's journey with the essence of American society. Through vivid storytelling, it examines how personal experiences reflect and shape cultural dynamics, offering insights into the complexities of self-discovery within the context of a diverse nation. The narrative invites readers to consider how their own stories are interwoven with the collective American experience.

Through satirical parodies of screenplays and political blogs, this work explores the complexities and vulnerabilities of the American psyche in the aftermath of 9/11. It cleverly critiques societal norms and political discourse, shedding light on the underlying tensions and absurdities that shape contemporary culture. The blend of humor and sharp commentary invites readers to reflect on their own perceptions and the broader implications of a changing national identity.