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Idea Channel  Are LOLCats and Internet Memes Art?

Idea Channel explores how art is being redefined by Internet meme culture. Details

 

Program: Idea Channel

Episode: Are LOLCats and Internet Memes Art?

We've all seen and shared a few LOLCats and Internet Memes in our time, but is it possible that these images and videos are actually a new form of art? Idea Channel takes a closer look at how memes function in our new interconnected culture and consults the wisdom of artists past and present to see if these Internet creations truly should be considered "art."

Duration: (3:18)
Premiere Date: 04/15/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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