How do the ethical implications of writing theatrical histories complicate the historiographical imperative in our current sociopolitical context? This volume investigates a historiography whose function is to be a mode of thinking and exposes the inner contradictions in social and ideological organizations of historical subjects.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Unapologetically satisfying.By ManMadeNightmareThat burning anger inside you; that thing that people tell you is unhealthy; irrational and abnormal. When the whole world is telling you to assimilate; this book is the place to lean your head. To those surrounded by references to feminism as the "f" word; this book is an inspiration. No; it isnt 1994; but its increasingly important to document the history of womens social engagement; struggle; and to praise their accomplishments. Lavins focus on how empowering the process of struggle can be is spot on. Its also important to remember that herstory is important; and it should never stop being told.Personal feelings aside; its best to read Juliet Mitchells ideas on sibling play before reading this book. Lavins theories on representations of challenge; struggle; defeatism; victory and loss in the media are largely based on Mitchells ideas. The media she chooses to focus on are definitely pop culture. She dissects this typically sneered at reference; pointing out the actor/ mediator relationship. The actresses physically model themselves after professional athletes; and young women model themselves after the actresses; meanwhile the athletes are modeling themselves after the actresses in order to be actresses. This kind of feedback loop creates an enthusiastic and spirited relationship between heroine and the degrees of removed fan base; something typically exaggerated by popular media.Lavin also talks about aggression and sexuality; and the conflict between fear of expressing violence vs finding a healthy outlet. She uses media from the NYC art scene; to video games and mainstream films like Kill Bill. From the range of sexuality in nude portraits of "Murder Girls" to the sexual arousal fostered by women in heroic roles in both video games and movies; the formation of sexual identity is intertwined with our ability to express anger. Women in movies; music and sports; are "permitted" to engage those violent fantasies; but most other women are left to passive aggression; manipulation and self destruction; and are faced with commonly accepted principles that anger is wrong; and even that women dont engage in gratuities when it comes to anger. Even in 2011; conservative approaches to self expression dominate the media.I loved this book.8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. "Push Comes to Shove" Highly Recommended!By K_OmaPush Comes to Shove is a fantastic book on women and aggression. From "Kill Bill" to "Bring it On" to Kara Walker; the images she uses are fascinating and diverse. Lavin views aggression not as a negative force; but as a necessary catalyst in creating change. Interesting to read into this in pop culture. I especially loved the chapter on Blue Crush; Stick It; and Bring it On. Who knew these charming sports girl movies could mean so much?
