Be My Valentine

Tag: queer theory

  • The Hidden History of Queer Representation in Media

    The history of queer representation in media reveals its longstanding presence, often masked due to censorship and societal norms. Queer audiences have learned to interpret coded messages and subtext, thus fighting for visibility and acknowledgment. Representation today reflects decades of struggle for authenticity, complexity, and power in storytelling.

  • Kanji, Rise, and Naoto: Identity as Disciplinary Power in Persona 4

    Persona 4 Golden illustrates identity as a socially constructed process rather than an inherent essence. Through the character arcs of Kanji, Rise, and Naoto, the game explores how identities are regulated by societal norms, surveillance, and spatial orientation, ultimately revealing identity as a product shaped by external expectations and systemic visibility.