CATFISH discussion

Here is the place to offer your thoughts, impressions, opinions and questions. Feel free to address each other's statements; it's not necessary for me to arbitrate the discussion.

 I did have a wee epiphany today about the "catfish" symbolism, which I shared with you, namely that the "catfish" (i.e. the entity or person that keeps us agile, keeps us guessing) is not necessarily Angela (who keeps Nev on his toes), but Nev (who galvanizes Angela into trying to change her life)...It was exciting to be able to see this on a different level than I had previously.

 We spoke briefly about whether the film is authentic or "real." What do you think?

 What about the implications for the widespread use of social media?

 And what about the Ms. article from 1985, "The Strange Case of the Electronic Lover"--does the persona of "Joan Sue Greene" created by the psychologist have anything in common with the "Megan Faccio" persona created by Angela?

Welcome! First reading...

Welcome to the class blog. This is where we'll discuss any number of topics raised in class. You will all be required to post at least ONE original blog post during the semester. Of course, you can post as much as you like! And all students are encouraged to follow the discussions on a weekly basis.

This week while we're viewing CATFISH I'd like you to also read this article from Ms. Magazine, about a case of online identity fraud involving the Internet Service Provider, Compuserve. Please read this before Thursday Jan. 31 and be ready to discuss it in class.

The article "The Strange Case of the Electronic Lover" was published in 1985, and is linked here: (the author's website).