TV: Capital - Marxism and Hegemony

 Task 1: Mail Online review of Capital


1) Re-read the Mail Online review of Capital. Why does it suggest that Capital features a left-wing ideology?

Capital was as jam-packed with current issues as Jeremy Corbyn's schedule of events. This implies that the foundation of the government is left-wing philosophy.

2) Choose quote from the review that are particularly critical of Capital and paste them into your blogpost. Do you agree with the criticisms? Why?

The locals were puzzled but not alarmed. Despite having no idea what was going on, the cops managed to solve the case. Furthermore, the crime was committed by a number of different cardboard characters, not just one. That is a cop-out rather than a whodunit. I think this is the case since it was challenging to understand what was being said and what the goal was.





3) What scenes or characters from Capital could be read as promoting left-wing ideology?

the builder working for roger and arabella rogrers nanny. 

4) What about the other side of the argument - are there any aspects of Capital that reinforce right-wing or capitalist viewpoints?

Roger and Arabella's transactional relationship, in which she demands a lot of money from him in exchange for sexual favours, is evident in the bedroom. The 30 grand bonus has been the subject of numerous talks, all of which have portrayed it as a meagre sum of money and treated it more as a punishment than a blessing and reward, displaying a right-wing ideology.

 Task 2: Media Factsheet - Applying Marxism 

1) What does Marxism suggest regarding power in society?

Marxism gives theories about how to preserve this power structure. - the political and economic doctrines put out by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, which were eventually expanded upon by their adherents to create the foundation for communism.

2) Why is The Apprentice a good example of the media reinforcing capitalist values and ideologies?

The Apprentice is a protracted job interview where candidates compete with one another for a position working for businessman Lord Alan Sugar. Sugar's exclusive control solidifies the capitalist elite's position as the "superior" class. He is portrayed utilising his position to guarantee the winner of the competition a living because he has manipulated the system to amass fortune.

3) Come up with two examples of media texts (e.g. TV programmes, newspapers etc.) that either fetishise working class life (e.g. EastEnders presents quite a harmonious East End community which probably doesn't accurately reflect East London life) or demonise working class life or poor people (e.g. The Daily Mail and The Sun newspapers regularly demonise people living on benefits with headlines referring to 'scroungers'.) Explain what meanings these texts communicate to their audiences.

Shameless: In a made-up working-class neighbourhood, the Gallagher family is the subject of this television series. It depicts their outlandish, frequently chaotic lifestyles characterised by destitution, crime, and unhealthy interpersonal relationships. In addition to exploring issues of community, familial ties, and the fight against social inequity, "Shameless" examines the tenacity and survival instincts of the working class. The programme might convey the idea that, despite their struggles, working-class people find support in their ties to their families and communities.

Duck Dynasty: The Robertson family, proprietors of a company that makes duck calls and other hunting supplies, were the focus of this reality television show. It emphasised their rural working-class upbringing and depicted their outlandish way of life. By showcasing the working class' distinct way of life and highlighting their love of their families, hunting, and the outdoors, "Duck Dynasty" may be regarded as fetishizing the working class. The programme can convey the idea that working-class ideals like thrift, family harmony, and a connection to nature are deserving of praise.


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