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What type of music did English musicians like the Beatles and Rolling Stones popularize?
What is an example of a British TV show that appeals to a devoted, if limited, audience?
What is an example of a Japanese horror film that was repackaged for several markets?
Who is credited with introducing Hong Kong's action film industry to American filmgoers?
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What is a concern of nations regarding globalization?
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What is an example of a law aimed at promoting domestic products?
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What is a criticism of globalization?
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What is a characteristic of globalization in the entertainment industry?
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What is the main argument for considering globalization in a course on popular culture in America?
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How does globalization destabilize categories of identity?
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Which of the following examples illustrates the globalization of culture in previous centuries?
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Which of the following statements best reflects the author's perspective on the concept of sexual identity?
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How did Georges Méliès and the Lumière Brothers contribute to the globalization of culture?
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What is the key takeaway from considering globalization in the context of popular culture?
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What does the author imply about the relationship between globalization and national identities?
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What is the primary purpose of the author in this excerpt?
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Study Notes
Globalization and Popular Culture
- Globalization challenges the view of popular culture as isolated or unique to a single nation.
- Mass-mediated popular culture is primarily owned by global corporate interests.
- Factors such as race, class, gender, sexuality, and disability become unstable when viewed through a global lens.
Historical Context of Cultural Exchange
- Cultural globalization is an old phenomenon; national cultures have historically influenced each other.
- Examples of historical cultural exchange include:
- Coconut in German chocolate cake.
- Ownership disputes over baklava, falafel, and hummus in the Mediterranean.
- The introduction of African musical elements, like the banjo, into American music.
Development of Film and Music
- Early film industry formation involved international collaboration, with figures like Thomas Edison and French filmmakers such as Georges Méliès.
- The Beatles and Rolling Stones popularized American rhythm and blues, overshadowing initial rock icons like Elvis.
- Led Zeppelin reintroduced blues music to a previously indifferent American audience.
Modern Global Cultural Dynamics
- Global cultural exchange has intensified recently due to globalized capital.
- Shows like The Office and Simon Cowell's talent shows are adapted from British originals for American audiences.
- The Japanese horror film Ring was reworked as the American film The Ring and its sequel.
- Hong Kong's action films gained recognition in the U.S. through directors like Quentin Tarantino.
Fears and Responses to Americanization
- Concerns about the impact of globalization largely come from those fearing the erosion of local cultures.
- Initial opposition to American cultural dominance came from British elites in the 1950s and 60s.
- Nations have enacted laws, such as South Korea's Motion Picture Law, to protect their domestic film industries from foreign dominance.
- American tourists can easily access familiar cultural products like McDonald's and popular music and TV shows worldwide, showcasing the pervasive influence of American culture.
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This quiz explores the global dynamics that influence popular culture in America, highlighting the importance of considering globalization in understanding popular culture trends.
