Our perception of the world is consequently influenced by the media. As many television programs, films and series are from America or at least influenced by American television, it is important for us to know, how the Americans represent themselves and others in those television productions.
In this term paper I will explain, how “The Simpsons” influence our perception of the Americans and their way of life. Many stereotypes are represented without being necessarily recognized while watching the episodes of The Simpsons.
The episode “Mypods and Boomsticks” (Season 20, episode 7) is a good example to show how the Americans see themselves and different cultures and how we are influenced by their point of view and often believe in what we see or what we are told by them.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- An Analysis of the Perception and the Prejudices Against the Americans which One Gains While Watching the Episode "Mypods and Boomsticks"
- Cultural Stereotypes as Shared Narratives of Identity
- Cognitive and Emotional Effects of the Intertextuality of (Narrative) Stereotypes in "Mypods and Boomsticks"
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper aims to explore how the American television show "The Simpsons" influences our perception of American culture and society. It examines the role of stereotypes in shaping our understanding of Americans and their way of life, focusing on the episode "Mypods and Boomsticks" as a case study.
- The influence of media on perception
- Cultural stereotypes as representations of identity
- The impact of stereotypes on our understanding of different cultures
- The relationship between technology and American culture
- The portrayal of religious perspectives in American media
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- The introduction highlights the significance of understanding how Americans represent themselves and others in television programs. It emphasizes the role of stereotypes in shaping our perception of American culture and the potential for these stereotypes to become ingrained in our beliefs.
- The chapter "An Analysis of the Perception and the Prejudices Against the Americans which One Gains While Watching the Episode 'Mypods and Boomsticks'" explores the stereotypes presented in this specific episode. It discusses how the show portrays American values, including their focus on wealth, technology, and religious perspectives.
- The sub-chapter "Cultural Stereotypes as Shared Narratives of Identity" examines specific scenes from "Mypods and Boomsticks" and analyzes how they reinforce common stereotypes about American culture. These include the emphasis on material possessions, the portrayal of consumerism, and the depiction of technology as a defining element of American life.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes and concepts explored in this term paper include American culture, television series, cultural stereotypes, media influence, perception, "The Simpsons," "Mypods and Boomsticks," consumerism, technology, and religious perspectives.
- Quote paper
- Anastasia Wolter (Author), 2011, The Perception of the American Way of Life through the TV Serial „The Simpsons“, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/286749
