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"For as the earth brings forth its sprouts, And as a garden causes the things sown in it to spring up, So the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise To spring up before all the nations." (Isaiah 61:11)
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Welcome! A few years ago, I discovered an application that artists employ in their works to bring cultural awareness to their audiences. Having discerned this semiotic theory that applies to literature, music, art, film, and the media, I have devoted the blog, "Theory of Iconic Realism" to explore this theory. The link to the publisher of my book is below. If you or your university would like a copy of this book for your library or if you would like to review it for a scholarly journal, please contact the Edwin Mellen Press at the link listed below. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Thank you for visiting. I hope you will find the information insightful. ~ Dr. Jeanne Iris

Announcements:

I have demonstrated or will demonstrate the application of this theory at the following locations:

2023-24: I am writing my third book on iconic realism.

April 2022: American Conference for Irish Studies, virtual event: (This paper did not discuss Sydney Owenson.) "It’s in the Air: James Joyce’s Demonstration of Cognitive Dissonance through Iconic Realism in His Novel, Ulysses"

October, 2021: Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT: "Sydney Owenson’s use of sociolinguistics and iconic realism to defend marginalized communities in 19th century Ireland"

March, 2021: Lenoir-Rhyne University, Hickory, North Carolina: "Sydney Owenson (Lady Morgan): A Nineteenth Century Advocate for Positive Change through Creative Vision"

October, 2019: Elms College, Chicopee, Massachusetts: "A Declaration of Independence: Dissolving Sociolinguistic Borders in the Literature of Sydney Owenson (Lady Morgan)"

21 December, 2020

"It's a Wonderful Life" and Iconic Realism

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The 1946 film, "It's a Wonderful Life," produced and directed by Frank Capra, illustrates iconic realism through the character of Clarence the angel. Here, an icon of virtue takes the good-hearted man, George Bailey, by the hand to show him the positive impact he has made on the consciousness of his hometown. This juxtaposition of the wealth in righteousness versus the poverty of the inane demonstrates how one individual's benevolent acts  can positively affect lives and ultimately the culture of that community. 
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6 comments:

  1. KING OF THE CAMELSTuesday, 24 November, 2009

    I LOVE THAT FILM
    thank's for reminding me :-)

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  2. Dr. Jeanne IrisTuesday, 24 November, 2009

    You're welcome, your Highness! Indeed, a true classic, its message is humble yet eloquent! I hope you get a chance to listen to the film clip with the music of PFR that I just added.

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  3. UnknownTuesday, 24 November, 2009

    Hi Jeanne - nice post. I am always on the lookout for people writing about George Bailey, my favorite movie character. I wrote a song called George Bailey, would love for you to take a listen via my website below. Have a happy Thanksgiving!

    Carolyn Sills
    http://carolynsills.com/Original_Music.html

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  4. Dr. Jeanne IrisTuesday, 24 November, 2009

    Hi Carolyn, Thanks so much for dropping by. I enjoyed listening to your toe-tapping musical tribute to the beloved George Bailey, one of those great tunes that put one in a festive Holiday spirit! Looking forward to hearing more songs from you. Happy Thanksgiving!

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  5. Kat MortensenWednesday, 25 November, 2009

    It IS a wonderful movie and touches many people each and every year. I like to think that it has a positive impact.
    I just learned the other day (on Jeopardy) that Frank Capra's movies were nicknamed "Capra-corn". Did you know that?
    I don't think they were corny, so much as sentimental.

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  6. Dr. Jeanne IrisWednesday, 25 November, 2009

    Kat, I agree with you that this film reaches and elevates the consciousness of its audience. Perhaps, the hardened Hollywood moguls had issues with that. However, decades after this film was first released, the audience still takes away something new from having experienced it. Proof that it is indeed a wonderful classic.

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