Quote by Roland Barthes

The bastard form of mass culture is humiliated repetition... always new books, new programs, new films, news items, but always the same meaning.

The bastard form of mass culture is humiliated repetition...

Summary

This quote highlights the negative impact of mass culture, suggesting that it is a diluted and repetitive form of expression. The repetition within various mediums of mass culture, such as books, programs, films, and news, supposedly leads to a constant stream of new content, but ultimately lacking in any meaningful or unique message. The phrase "humiliated repetition" implies a loss of creativity and originality, with the same ideas and themes being recycled over and over again. The quote raises concerns about the shallowness and lack of depth often associated with mass-produced cultural artifacts.

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By Roland Barthes

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