Slavoj Žižek in Liverpool, Andy Miah, 2008.
Whether or not you are interested in continental philosophy, Lacanian psychoanalysis, or cultural (including film) criticism, his observations are very funny and interesting, especially where he does not construct concluding statements that are intentionally overloaded, deliberately confusing, or gratuitously provocative - only to then entirely move away from the topic in a manner that seems evasive.
Yes, he does this and often gets away with it. Even in spite of this he is still thoroughly watch-able, and naturally there is video footage of him speaking in many contexts all over the Internet. Thus I have gathered a list of top Žižek moments on video with their links and sources provided.
1. On the Ideology of Toilets. Here Žižek develops a humorous and unique theory of toilet design as per the 'Classic European Trinity.' The grotesque services to illustrate the excessive extent to which Ideology functions. Though more comical and vulgar than the typical Žižekian moment it still somewhat exemplifies his trademark inverted style which usually involves an obviously outrageous or vulgar conclusion as a door to where the deeper philosophic conversation can begin to take place. Surprisingly, this goes somewhat misunderstood and undiscussed in the speaking event with Steven Lukes presented here, A Debate with Steven Lukes.
Ten top video moments featuring Slavoj Žižek
Comments
haha this video is awesome!
Yes, I remember this discussion. It just proves that ideology is as pervasive as ever!
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