What are the top ten true American values? If there really is such a thing, who chooses them for us? Today in class we discussed values of society in todays world. One point that struck me was the idea of youthfulness. When I watch TV, I can't even count the number of times I see Loreal or Maybelline face lift adds, that avertise the ability to look younger and have younger tighter skin. What is so wrong with aging? Why are the only top stories in the magazines about models and actresses going under the knife and getting plastic surgery? Even our shows like 10 Years Younger, What Not To Wear, and Dr. 90210 only show people with needs to look younger and "better". Below, I have included a few links of comercials advertising our American obsession with youthfulness.Loreal Comercial:
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Great post, Steph. I watched the video and it was so depressing: they were talking about the woman's face as if they were fattening a Christmas goose or a turkey. I especially liked your outrage when you asked: "What is so wrong with aging?"
Imagine how amplified this trend will be once High-Def TV becomes the norm. There will be no where left to hide for those in showbiz!
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