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Philosophy & Theology In Mass Media
This semester in the Mass Media In Society class has taught me a lot about how I, and society as a whole, view various forms of media. Every individual takes something different from media that is personal to him or her, and can never be fully understood by another. Everything will affect people differently, especially when raised with varying backgrounds and moral standards. Mass Media can be defined simply as any form of print, electronic, or performed source of news, entertainment, expression, and/or creativity that is in the popular culture market. Examples can range from television shows, magazines, music, movies, theatre performance, literature, and even the Internet. Mass Media can have a profound effect upon our society and the way we live our everyday lives. A great example of this is the radio program decades ago about an alien invasion that was taken serious and caused a massive uproar in the community when people thought the fictional story was true. Another example could be the implications of those involved with the Columbine High School massacre claiming that bands such as Marilyn Manson, Rammestein, and KMFDM were the direct influence for the actions of the murders. A further example could be made out of the simple fact that hearing a song in the background while in a shopping mall will end up being stuck in our heads for the rest of the day. All of these are small examples of the ways in which mass media, especially music and radio, can affect our lives. The influence and impact these forms of media have upon our lives all contribute to shaping our society and culture today, hence also making them popular media. General examples of mass media that are very popular today are movies such as The Mummy Returns, The Matrix, Fight Club, Ever After, Braveheart, and even South Park the movie. Some examples of music that seems to have an outstanding impact in the media world is Madonn... Please login to view comments from other users.
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