Dr. Sean I got this idea for a little side project — a Wimpy Kid-style retelling of Oliver Stone & Brian De Palma’s version of Scarface (1983). One of the constraints I’ll be putting on myself is to see if I can finish a rough draft in a weekend — this weekend. So to prepare, last weekend … Read more
Definition of Intertextuality Intertextuality is a literary term that refers to the relationship between different texts. Specifically, it’s the way in which one text influences, echoes, or responds to another. This can happen through direct quotations, allusions, or the borrowing of themes, characters, or ideas. Examples of Intertextuality in Literature Significance in Literary Criticism Intertextuality … Read more
1. “Gulliver’s Travels” by Jonathan Swift Target: Travel narratives of the 18th centuryImitation: Swift’s work mimics the style of popular travel narratives, describing fantastical lands and cultures.Implicit Criticism: The book serves as a satire on human nature, government, and the “travelling scientists” of the time. It questions the validity and motives behind colonial exploration and … Read more
1. “Eat It” by “Weird Al” Yankovic Target: “Beat It” by Michael JacksonImitation: “Weird Al” Yankovic mimics the musical style and the iconic music video of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It.” The parody features similar choreography and costumes.Implicit Criticism: The parody highlights society’s obsession with food and eating habits. While the original song is about facing … Read more
You see, my mom was going on a trip with her new boyfriend. She wouldn’t say for how long. His name is Ponce. The new boyfriend. I guess he’s okay. He’s nice to me, I guess.While Mom was gone, she arranged to send me to my aunt’s house. Aunt Fatima lived in Merrymount, which was … Read more
The following is an excerpt from How To Write Funny: Your Serious, Step-By-Step Blueprint For Creating Incredibly, Irresistibly, Successfully Hilarious Writing by Scott Dikkers (full citation below). Parody Parody is making fun of another entertainment or information product. Any piece of writing, type of presentation, or anything intended to be presented to the public in … Read more
I’ve been exploring this idea of motivation again as it relates to the kinds of tasks I’ve tasked myself with doing on any given day. There’s a new feeling that is starting to supplant the more familiar resistance. This new feeling still feels kind of nascent and amorphous, but it’s this idea that the tasks … Read more
Fan fiction and parody appear to be two sides of the same coin—both are creative reinterpretations of existing works. However, the similarities may end there. Fan fiction often unfolds within the frame of homage; it’s a genre where enthusiasts extend, reimagine, or rewrite stories and characters of beloved works in respectful, yet unendorsed, narratives. These … Read more
Introduction Copyright law in the United States serves as a legal framework designed to protect the intellectual property rights of creators. It grants authors, artists, and other creators exclusive rights to their original works, allowing them to control how these works are used and distributed. However, the law also includes provisions for “fair use,” which … Read more
Introduction Pop culture, the collection of ideas, practices, and phenomena that dominate mainstream society at any given time, is ever-evolving. Parody, with its humorous imitation of other works, has played a significant role in shaping, critiquing, and reflecting pop culture. This article delves into the intricate relationship between parody and pop culture, exploring how they … Read more
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