This is a thought I've had for a while and want to hear the opinion of those.
When I look at media/entertainment franchises that have a big impact across the political spectrum, that stand the test of time despite pulling no punches and playing no favorites, the South Park franchise stands out.
And it's impact has been noticed, quietly, for years by different parts of the news and entertainment media. it stays relevant, without becoming partisan or bending the knee
Matt Stone and Trey Parker have created a cultural juggernaut on par with The Simpsons and Family Guy. They even did that hilarious pseudo-cross over episode arc.
But the show is so much more than just a cartoon comedy now. It is a bastion of free thought and free expression in a world increasingly hostile to those concepts. It provides a healing laugh where most would find none.
How far has the cultural influence of this show spread, and how much does it reflect American and global perceptions of the US and American culture?
When I look at media/entertainment franchises that have a big impact across the political spectrum, that stand the test of time despite pulling no punches and playing no favorites, the South Park franchise stands out.
And it's impact has been noticed, quietly, for years by different parts of the news and entertainment media. it stays relevant, without becoming partisan or bending the knee
Matt Stone and Trey Parker have created a cultural juggernaut on par with The Simpsons and Family Guy. They even did that hilarious pseudo-cross over episode arc.
But the show is so much more than just a cartoon comedy now. It is a bastion of free thought and free expression in a world increasingly hostile to those concepts. It provides a healing laugh where most would find none.
South Park as Healing Mechanism | National Review
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How far has the cultural influence of this show spread, and how much does it reflect American and global perceptions of the US and American culture?
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