A Surprising Look at Celebrity
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the provocative world of celebrity culture through photographer Alison Jackson's lens as she creates startlingly realistic images of famous figures in compromising situations. Delve into the public's fascination with celebrity privacy and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy in this 18-minute TED talk. Discover how Jackson's work challenges our perceptions of truth in media and examines our collective desire for intimate access to the lives of the rich and famous. Be prepared for graphic content as the artist pushes boundaries to reveal society's obsession with celebrity culture.
Syllabus
Alison Jackson: A surprising look at celebrity
Taught by
TED
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