Postmodernism

• What is the focus of the first part of the video on post-modernism?

  The features of a postmodern product
• Why is the video split into two parts?

  Because post-modernism is quite complicated
• Who is the theorist mentioned that needs to be studied for post-modernism?

  Bowdler
• What are some basic features of a postmodern media product?


  • Irony
  • Parody and homage
  • Bricolage
  • Intertextual references
  • Fragmented narrative
  • Self-reflexivity
  • Lack of verisimilitude
• What does irony mean in the context of postmodern media?


  It refers to when the opposite of what is expected happens
• How is irony illustrated in the TV show "Humans"?


  The synths, meant to ease stress, actually create more problems
• What is the difference between homage and parody?


  Homage is respectful, while parody is comedic and exaggerated
• Give an example of homage in "Humans".

  The character George played by William Hurt, who previously portrayed an AI creator
• What is bricolage in postmodern media products?


  It involves taking existing media and combining it to create something new
• How does Dizzee Rascal's "Dream" exemplify bricolage?


  It samples a track called "Happy Talk" by Captain Sensible
• What are intertextual references?


  References to other media products within a media work
• What is a fragmented narrative?


  A narrative that is broken up into non-linear segments
• How is a fragmented narrative shown in "Humans"?


  Scenes are presented out of chronological order with flashbacks and cross-cutting
• What does self-reflexivity mean in postmodern media?


  When characters are aware they are in a media product
• What common theme is often explored in postmodern media products?


  What if scenarios regarding future events or technology
• How does "Humans" explore the theme of nature versus technology?


  It questions whether artificial synths are better than real humans
• What does verisimilitude mean?


  The degree of realism in a media product
• What does it mean if a product lacks verisimilitude?


  It lacks realism and may be surreal
• What are the common time periods for postmodern products?

  • Typically from the 1980s or 1990s onwards
  • Older products from the 1940s to 1970s are unlikely to be considered postmodern