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What are the 12 stages related to in Joseph Campbell's theory?
What are the 12 stages related to in Joseph Campbell's theory?
Which filmmaker has been notably influenced by Joseph Campbell's theory?
Which filmmaker has been notably influenced by Joseph Campbell's theory?
What two types of analysis does Claude Levi-Strauss focus on?
What two types of analysis does Claude Levi-Strauss focus on?
According to Claude Levi-Strauss, what do myths represent?
According to Claude Levi-Strauss, what do myths represent?
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Joseph Campbell's theories were heavily influenced by which psychologist's work?
Joseph Campbell's theories were heavily influenced by which psychologist's work?
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What are the two components of a sign according to Saussure's theory?
What are the two components of a sign according to Saussure's theory?
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What is termed as the actual use of language in Saussure's framework?
What is termed as the actual use of language in Saussure's framework?
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What type of analysis looks for a hidden pattern of oppositions in a text?
What type of analysis looks for a hidden pattern of oppositions in a text?
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Which statement best describes Vladimir Propp's observations about fairy tales?
Which statement best describes Vladimir Propp's observations about fairy tales?
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Which term refers to the historical analysis of a text?
Which term refers to the historical analysis of a text?
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What is the primary focus of Syntagmatic analysis according to Saussure?
What is the primary focus of Syntagmatic analysis according to Saussure?
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What concept does Saussure's theory suggest about the relationship between the signifier and the signified?
What concept does Saussure's theory suggest about the relationship between the signifier and the signified?
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Which aspect does Structuralism claim about mental and cultural structures?
Which aspect does Structuralism claim about mental and cultural structures?
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What motivates the hero James Bond in 'Skyfall'?
What motivates the hero James Bond in 'Skyfall'?
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Which of the following pairs correctly represents a binary opposite?
Which of the following pairs correctly represents a binary opposite?
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In the context of common telenovela plots, what typically occurs when a character is publicly humiliated?
In the context of common telenovela plots, what typically occurs when a character is publicly humiliated?
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Which character serves as the villain in 'Skyfall'?
Which character serves as the villain in 'Skyfall'?
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Which of the following is NOT a common plot twist in Philippine Teleseryes?
Which of the following is NOT a common plot twist in Philippine Teleseryes?
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What is a common theme in both 'Skyfall' and the general patterns of Philippine Teleseryes?
What is a common theme in both 'Skyfall' and the general patterns of Philippine Teleseryes?
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Which character is related to the hero in many telenovela plots?
Which character is related to the hero in many telenovela plots?
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What type of character is typically portrayed as the innocent victim in traditional Telenovelas?
What type of character is typically portrayed as the innocent victim in traditional Telenovelas?
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Study Notes
Structuralism Explained
- Structuralism is a social science theory that stems from the theory of language, which analyzes the rules governing a text's meaning
- Structuralism claims that universal mental and cultural structures cause observable social phenomena
Ferdinand de Saussure
- Often considered the Father of Modern Linguistics
- Developed the theory of langue and parole, where:
- Langue encompasses words, syntax, structure, rules, conventions, and meanings
- Parole refers to the actual use of language according to the rules of langue
- Saussure's conception of meaning is structural
- A sign is composed of a signifier (the sound image) and a signified (the concept)
- The relationship between the signifier and signified is arbitrary
Key Terms Related to Saussure's Theory
- Syntagmatic analysis examines a text as a sequence of events forming a narrative
- Paradigmatic analysis examines a text by looking for hidden patterns of oppositions generating meaning
- Synchronic analysis examines a text's elements at a given point in time
- Diachronic analysis examines how a text has evolved historically
Vladimir Propp
- Applied Saussure's syntagmatic analysis to the study of fairy tales
- Introduced the concept of function as a basic narrative element
- Function is defined by its significance to the narrative's progression
- Propp's Observations:
- Functions of characters are stable elements independent of their fulfillment
- Fairy tales have a limited number of functions
- The sequence of functions is always identical
- Fairy tales have a common structural pattern
Joseph Campbell
- Analyzed the structure of hero myths, presenting the 12 stages of a hero's journey
- This theory can be applied to examining other narratives
- Influenced movie directors like George Lucas (Star Wars)
- Followed Carl Jung's theories, incorporating archetypes into his analysis of myths
Claude Levi-Strauss
- Focused on uncovering common structural principles underlying various cultures and myths
- Explored both manifest meaning (syntagmatic analysis) and latent meaning (paradigmatic analysis)
- Argued that myths are composed of fundamental mythemes, providing insight into the workings of the human mind
- Highlighted common binary opposites in myths:
- Hero/Villain, Good/Bad, Protagonist/Antagonist, Princess/Witch, Handsome/Ugly, Earthly creatures/Aliens, Male/Female, Child/Adult
Example of Paradigmatic Analysis in James Bond "Skyfall" (Berger, 2016)
- Paradigmatic analysis of the characters James Bond (hero) and Raoul Silva (villain) reveals key oppositions
Structuralism in Telenovelas
- Analyze the video clip "Telenovelas are Hell: Marimar" to explore structural patterns in telenovelas
Are Filipino Teleserye Different?
- Analyze common patterns in Philippine Teleserye
- Top 10 Overused Pinoy Telenovela Plots:
- Baby switch between rich and poor families
- Acid thrown in someone's face
- "Dead" character actually alive
- Star-crossed lovers possibly siblings
- Lead characters are twins or triplets
- Evil stepparents and stepsiblings torment lead character
- Hero and villain are related
- Public humiliation leads someone to become evil
- Hero or heroine has amnesia
- Love triangle
Telenovela Stereotypes
- Stereotypes include:
- Exploitation of obsolete Tagalog
- Obsession with fashion extravagance
- Theatrical conversation style
- Daily episode releases
- "Star-studded cast" craze
- "Artista look"
- "Larger than life" plots
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Explore the foundational concepts of Structuralism and Ferdinand de Saussure's contributions to linguistics. This quiz delves into the distinctions between langue and parole, as well as key terms such as syntagmatic and paradigmatic analysis. Test your understanding of these essential theories that shape social and cultural studies.
