I really enjoyed this video essay, even though it was sometimes a little bit beyond what energy I could give to a video essay. TLDR: don't have heroes.
When Your Hero Is A Monster
A video about Neil Gaiman (kinda).
https://youtu.be/T31HKuabyMA
"This video examines the emotional conflict of admiring a celebrity like Neil Gaiman, despite serious allegations against them. It discusses parasocial relationships, where fans struggle to reconcile their attachment to a celebrity with their wrongdoing, and critiques the celebrity culture that allows powerful figures to evade accountability. We contrast mainstream celebrity culture with small creator communities, emphasizing authentic engagement, ethical creator economies, and a critique of capitalism’s influence on media and power dynamics."
Jena Warrior Princess
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