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Choose a movie or TV series that you currently watch or have watched. Describe it and answer the following questions: 1. Tell the name of the series or movie. How did you watch it? Amazon Prime, Netflix, the theater, etc.? What do you like about the show or movie? 2. What are the ethical issues in the show or movie? Are there characters that are clearly morally good and morally bad, or are the characters a mixture of both? Are characters rewarded for doing good? Do they suffer consequences for morally bad actions? 3. Revisit the digital textbook pages about Plato's and Aristotle's view of censorship (pp. 79-85). They had different ideas about what is valuable to society and to an individual. What would Plato and Aristotle say about the show/movie? Give a separate analysis for each philosopher.

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My chosen TV series is "The Mandalorian," a popular science fiction show available on Disney+. I watched it primarily through Disney's streaming platform, which allows viewers to enjoy content at their convenience. What captivates me most about "The Mandalorian" is its rich storytelling, compelling characters, and immersive universe rooted in the Star Wars franchise. The series combines action, moral dilemmas, and themes of loyalty and identity, making it engaging and thought-provoking. It explores complex ethical issues such as violence, justice, and moral ambiguity, often blurring the lines between right and wrong. Several characters exhibit moral complexity; for example, the titular Mandalorian is driven by a code of honor but sometimes makes morally questionable decisions. The show portrays characters facing consequences for their actions, rewarding virtue while punishing betrayal or cruelty. Overall, the series invites viewers to question moral absolutes and reflect on the gray areas of ethical decision-making, echoing broader societal dilemmas. In analyzing "The Mandalorian" through the lens of Plato's and Aristotle's views on censorship, their philosophies present contrasting perspectives on the show's cultural and moral value.

Plato would likely oppose the content of "The Mandalorian" based on his belief that art and stories should promote moral virtue and uphold societal ideals. He might criticize the show's depiction of violence and morally ambiguous characters, arguing that such portrayals could lead viewers astray by encouraging immoral behavior or weakening societal morals. For Plato, censorship ensures that only morally instructive and ideal content influences the populace, especially the youth, to sustain a just and virtuous society. Conversely, Aristotle would probably adopt a more lenient stance, emphasizing the importance of catharsis and the educational value of complex characters and moral dilemmas. He believed that tragedy and drama, including rich stories like "The Mandalorian," can foster moral understanding by depicting human flaws and virtues in a nuanced way. Aristotle might argue that such stories promote ethical reflection, helping viewers develop practical wisdom (Phronesis) and moral judgement. Thus, while Plato advocates for strict censorship to protect societal ideals, Aristotle recognizes the value of literature and media in fostering moral development, suggesting a more permissive view of entertainment that challenges viewers ethically.

References

  • Plato. (1992). The Republic (G. M. A. Grube, Trans.). Hackett Publishing.
  • Aristotle. (1998). Poetics (M. H. Abrams & C. H. McMahon, Eds.). Oxford University Press.
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