Is Community a Postmodern Masterpiece?

Is Community a Postmodern Masterpiece?

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Interactive Video

Business, Architecture, Arts, Social Studies, Performing Arts

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores the NBC sitcom Community as a postmodern masterpiece, highlighting its unique approach to storytelling through pastiche and self-referential humor. It delves into the concept of postmodernism, characterized by skepticism towards metanarratives, and compares Community to other shows like The Simpsons and Arrested Development. The video also discusses the potential impact of Kickstarter on the film industry, noting its limitations and possibilities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who created the TV show 'Community'?

Shonda Rhimes

Vince Gilligan

Dan Harmon

David Benioff

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does postmodernism primarily question?

The role of technology

The validity of metanarratives

The importance of history

The existence of art

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which philosopher is associated with the skepticism towards metanarratives?

Jean-Francois Lyotard

Michel Foucault

Immanuel Kant

Friedrich Nietzsche

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does 'Community' challenge traditional narratives?

By focusing solely on drama

By using pastiche and self-reference

By following a linear storyline

By avoiding humor

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following shows is NOT mentioned as having postmodern elements?

Arrested Development

Breaking Bad

The Office

The Simpsons

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a challenge faced by Kickstarter in the film industry?

Limited audience reach

Excessive regulation by the SEC

Difficulty in earning profits

Lack of creative projects

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the viewer feedback section?

The success of 'Community'

The role of Kickstarter in Hollywood

The decline of postmodernism

The popularity of reality TV