Simpson Annotation

Summary

In his critique of the Simpsons author, Sam Tingleff, explains that the Simpsons is a critique of middle-class America. He illustrates this by giving examples of specific episodes that offer a satire of specific aspects of American society. One of the main aspects that Tingleff discuss is the critique of American captialism that the Simpsons offer. Also he explains how each character does not display humanistic characteristics, rather they symbolize single ideas. For example Lisa is the voice of reason and logic for all of society and the Simpson family as a whole. Overall, the Simpsons offer much more than entertainment, the shows offers a satirical critique of middle-class America.

Reflection

This reading was extremely enlightnening because, like most growing up, I enjoyed watching the Simpson each and every Sunday. I enjoyed the show for the 30 minutes of entertainment that it offered me, oblivious to the underlining symbolism that was running rampant. It was interesting while reading this article I remembered several of the episodes that the author cited while discussing the real meaning behind the popular television series.

Reaction

This Simpsons is an extremely popular television series because offers families 30 minutes of entertainment, mainly because many families see themselves in the dysfunctial but loving Simpson family. The show offers a satirical look at the methods in which middle-class America operates and the excessive capitalism holds countless families captive. The show is brilliantly written and produce because it tells a entertaining story, but still has an underlining theme of satire and symbolism in every episode.