Researcher Information

Abstract

In 2011, British artists Becky Sloan and Joseph Pelling released the first episode of what would become a viral YouTube sensation. The short film series “Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared” has over 42 million views on its first episode alone. I completed an analysis paper on the series putting forth my explanations and theories on the small details and plotline of the ambiguous and open series. Through my oral presentation, I aim to help others think a little bit more critically about this art form and what implications it holds for the real world.

Faculty Sponsors

Dr. Kevin Dvorak

Project Type

Event

Location

Alvin Sherman Library

Start Date

4-7-2017 12:00 AM

End Date

4-7-2017 12:00 AM

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Apr 7th, 12:00 AM Apr 7th, 12:00 AM

Don't Hug Me I'm Scared: Sense or Cents?

Alvin Sherman Library

In 2011, British artists Becky Sloan and Joseph Pelling released the first episode of what would become a viral YouTube sensation. The short film series “Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared” has over 42 million views on its first episode alone. I completed an analysis paper on the series putting forth my explanations and theories on the small details and plotline of the ambiguous and open series. Through my oral presentation, I aim to help others think a little bit more critically about this art form and what implications it holds for the real world.