Quote by Susan Sontag

What pornography is really about, ultimately, isn't sex but death.

What pornography is really about, ultimately, isn't sex but

Summary

This quote implies that pornography is not merely about sexual pleasure, but it is ultimately rooted in and driven by themes of mortality and the human fascination with the concept of death. It suggests that pornography explores darker aspects of the human experience, representing a voyeuristic and often objectifying view of sexuality that embodies a deeper, existential obsession with the fragility and transience of life. Thus, the quote posits that pornography serves as a reflection of humanity's complex relationship with both sexuality and mortality.

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By Susan Sontag

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