AAAS 80.07 Race, Media, Celebrity
How is fame understood through racial difference? This course explores the dynamic terrain of contemporary celebrity culture as it intersects with race. Looking across a range of media formats (music, television, and digital media) we will examine the construction of black celebrity from Barack Obama to Beyoncé. We will engage with the aesthetics and politics of black celebrity visibility, paying close attention to issues of gender, sexuality, and class. Topics considered include celebrity performance, scandal, and fandom in US public and popular culture.
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FILM 50.02