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Hegel's Retroactivity
- Hegel's concept of retroactivity centers on meaning and how narrative structure shapes it.
- History, for Hegel, is narrated backward from the present, influencing the interpretation of the past.
Hegel as Film Noir
- Hegel's philosophy, like film noir, is narrated retroactively, often from a point of knowledge or even death.
- This retroactive narration allows for meaning-making by revealing breaks and cuts within the narrative.
Welles on Live TV
- Orson Welles questioned the "liveness" of TV due to its slight delay, comparing it to being "a little bit pregnant."
- This delay, while seemingly minor, introduces a retroactive element into live broadcasts.