Media Circus and Mass Hysteria: The Representation of the Press in Flemish Fiction Series

Media Circus and Mass Hysteria: The Representation of the Press in Flemish Fiction Series

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By undertaking a textual analysis of five Flemish (Belgium) television series, this study contributes to Television Cleaning Kit the broader understanding of European journalism fiction.The findings underscore a prevailing negative representation of journalism, emphasizing commercial interests and portraying news outlets as disruptive forces in democratic processes.As such, the Flemish series advocate for a collaborative relationship between news media and government officials, aligning with a public service-oriented model.At the same time, a discernible pattern emerges wherein PANTY LINER critical assessments predominantly target fictional news brands, systematically contrasted with more neutral portrayals of non-fictional news brands.Lastly, the series perpetuate gendered stereotypes thereby highlighting a lack of inclusivity.