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  • Fiske Presents Madonna As An Illusive Character
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    Like a Virgin... or not Madonna had always been a holy icon until the early 1980's when the name "Madonna" developed a dual connotation. The introduction of America's top female sex symbol Madonna created an image far opposite of the previously known hallowed one. In John Fiske's essay "Madonna", he depicts the singer's character, portraying her as socially and semiotically powerful. Although his essay is currently outdated, Fiske illustrates an illusion of Madonna that Generation X ers eventual...
  • Madonna And The Controversy
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    An Analysis of the Video 'Like A Prayer' by Madonna Madonna first arrived in the national popular culture in 1984 with her song 'Borderline'. She moved very quickly in the ensuing years to make several records (many of which have gone multi-platinum) and to take several world tours with sold-out concerts, and has caused quite a bit of controversy in what she has done in the public eye. Examples include posing nude for Penthouse magazine (and announcing afterwards that she was not ashamed for doi...
  • Madonna's Version
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    Bye Bye, Miss American Pie. Hello, Madonna "Bye Bye, Miss American Pie. Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry"American Pie", sung by Don McLean, was originally released in 1971. The song was written as a tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper who died tragically in a plane crash on February 3, 1959. "American Pie" not only pays homage to three talented musicians, but also serves as an allegory to the history of music. Although the original song was written about ...
  • Subject Of Madonna And Child
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    The subject matter of Madonna and Child was a very popular one for artists of the sixteenth century. Raphael, and Giovanni Bellini both painted numerous versions of the Madonna and Child. While both of the artists viewed the subject as a religious and highly emotional expression, their portrayal of many other aspects differed greatly. While Raphael portrayed what seems to be a loving, warm relationship between mother and child, a lifelike Christ child, and serenity within his paintings, Bellini ...
  • Madonna Phenomenon With Marxist Feminism
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    MTV and The Madonna Phenomenon " Madonna's intuitive grasp on the televisual world in which we live- of the medium's possibilities for engaging spectators in diverse ways- that in part accounts for her success. She is the supreme television heroine. ' (E. Ann Kaplan 271) 'What are the main theories which we have studied so far and how have they affected how you view television?' -This is the question which this paper is supposed to answer. Obviously there is not enough time or space in which to ...
  • Madonna Enthroned By Giotto
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    A Comparison of Two Paintings from the Renaissance Period Introduction This paper will compare the themes found in the paintings "Madonna and Child with St. John the Baptist and an Angel" by Domenico di Bartolomeo Ubaldini (Puligo) and "Madonna Enthroned" by Giotto. Both paintings deal with fables from the Christian faith but were executed during different periods in art. The Giotto painting was created around 1310 and the Puglia painting was executed between 1518-1520. Here, these two paintings...
  • Beautiful Madonna
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    Schone Madonna is a German term meaning "Beautiful Madonna". This image possibly originated as a response to new ways to practice religion, and in particular, worship of the Virgin in a more personal manner. Three examples of this representation include the Roudnice Madonna, the Madonna of Krumau, and the Jihlava Pieta. The Roudnice Madonna, a 35 1/2" x 26 1/4" panel constructed in approximately 1400, effectively shows the focus on amore soft and attractive Mary than seen in previous depictions....
  • Case Of The Madonna Of The Candelabra
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    Raphael: The Madonna of the Candelabra During the Italian Renaissance Raphael was one of the most influential artists. He painted many brilliant pieces, mastering the use of depth, perspective, and the use of shadow and light. Throughout his life, Raphael used the Madonna as a reoccurring subject in his work. One example of this subject is the Madonna of the Candelabra. This dark shadowy portrayal exemplifies the pure and humanistic ideals of the Madonna that made Raphael's versions so well know...
  • Music Icons
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    Who do I believe is an American icon; someone whom I believe Americans truly worship? Honestly, I personally do not have any icons. I have never felt the need to be like someone else. I have never looked towards others to draw strength or inspiration from. I have never aspired to be like someone else, and growing up, I never thought it impossible to measure up to true greatness. It is impossible for me to identify a person whom American society recognizes as an icon simply because I recognize my...
  • Idea Of Madonna As A Pop Icon
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    The research question for the presentation is based on the idea of Madonna as a pop icon and whether she portrays an image of being an Anti-feminist or not. Madonna image is one that can be described as sexy, erotic and controversially vulgar. We can depict such images from her performances, lyrics and mostly from the image that the media portrays of the famous pop icon. The three main components behind Madonna and her work is her image portrayed, lyrics and symbolic menacing behind her music. I...
  • Raphael's Painting Displays Subtle And Light Colors
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    Raphael's "The Small Cowper Madonna" painting is 59.5 x 44 cm, oil on panel. The painting displays Madonna as a very young woman with her child. The picture takes place outside. In the background we can see the beautiful nature, trees, lake, mountains and a rich looking house in the right side of the canvas. Madonna and Child are centered in the middle of the canvas, and take up most space in the painting. Perugino's "Madonna and Child" painting is 70.2 x 50 cm, oil on panel. Madonna in this pai...
  • Madonna's First Album
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    Who is Madonna? She has played such different parts, such as the virgin, the vixen, a whore, a loving mother and wife, with all of these how do we know who Madonna really is. She has been described as a "post modern icon". But when asked she says "you say I still don't know Madonna, and good, because you will never know the real me. Ever". She is the main pop diva, the queen of controversy and a mother of reinvention. She is far more than an average celebrity. She has established herself as a gi...
  • Madonna's Accomplishments
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    A dancer, a singer, a musician, a writer, an actress, a wife, and a mother; there are many titles for Madonna Louise Veronica Cic cone Ritchie, more commonly known simply as Madonna. Madonna, with all her accomplishments, has influenced and inspired many. She is a true icon, demonstrating this with her "ability to reinvent herself while retaining complete control of her career" (web ). Rolling Stone has this to say about her, "Madonna is one of those rare musicians whose music and personal lifes...
  • Analysis Of The Latest Madonna Video
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    "At House of Comics, a Writer's Champion", Dana Jennings New York Times, September 15, 2003, C 8 DC Comics is soon to release its largest first printing of a single graphic novel. The women heading this venture is Karen Berger, which is a rarity in the "boy's club" of comic books. Berger states in her article that being a woman has helped her in her career The music video has become a staple for any artist trying to break into or maintain their position in the music industry... A vast majority c...

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