Žižek And So On

The Mask

Sep 15, 2023
In this 100th episode, the hosts discuss the concept of masks and its significance in Žižek's work. They explore the idea that masks reveal inner truths, using examples from the movie 'The Mask'. They also delve into the symbolism of masks in relation to subjectivity, power dynamics, and social construction criticism. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the role of repetition in shaping thoughts and ideas.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 5min
2
Views on Education, Germany, and Masks
04:42 • 3min
3
The Symbolism of Masks in 'The Mask'
07:55 • 23min
4
The Symbolism of the Mask
30:27 • 10min
5
Symbolic Fiction, Power, and Social Construction Criticism
40:52 • 4min
6
Repetition and Continuation
44:37 • 5min