What is Postmodernism?
A late 20th-century movement characterised by scepticism toward grand narratives
Postmodernism questions established truths and ideologies, focusing on subjective experiences.
Define Pastiche.
A work that imitates the style of a previous one
Pastiche often celebrates the original work while also critiquing it.
What does Bricolage refer to?
The construction of a work from a diverse range of things that happen to be available
Bricolage is common in postmodern art and literature, emphasizing creativity from existing materials.
Explain Intertextuality.
The relationship between texts
Intertextuality suggests that texts are interconnected and influence each other.
What is meant by Implosion in a postmodern context?
The collapse of the distinction between the real and the simulated
Implosion indicates a merging of reality with its representations.
Define Simulacra.
Copies that have no original
Simulacra challenge the notion of authenticity in art and culture.
What is Simulation?
The process of creating a simulacrum
Simulation can distort perceptions of reality by presenting a constructed version of it.
What does Hyperreality refer to?
A condition in which simulation has become more real than reality
Hyperreality is a key concept in understanding contemporary media and culture.
