Small Beans 862. Frame Rate: What The Electric State Says About Capitalism and Art
May 14, 2025
The hosts dive into the thought-provoking themes of 'The Electric State,' exploring how capitalism commodifies art. They humorously discuss potential mascots for a robotic rebellion and critique the blend of commercialism with cultural absurdity. The conversation shifts to the dystopian implications of modern storytelling and the impact of brand marketing on audience perception. They also examine America's complex relationship with gun culture and the evolving dynamics of identity shaped by art in a commodified world.
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Electric State and Art's Future
- The Electric State movie embodies a major artistic breakthrough about postmodern storytelling's future.
- It reveals how art can be a blend of corporate products and meaningful messages.
Postmodernism and Connectedness
- Postmodernism blends and reinterprets existing cultural elements to create new art forms.
- This approach reflects the saturation of information and the connectedness of all meaning.
Capitalism Absorbs Rebellion
- Capitalism absorbs any rebellion or critical message and sells it as a product.
- This commodification undermines genuine critique by packaging it within capitalism itself.