Between Tradition and Modernity: Symbolic Family Narratives in Kızılcık Şerbeti (Cranberry Sorbet)
Öz
This study examines the dynamic interplay between modern and conservative cultural symbols in the Turkish television series Cranberry Sorbet. Through an analysis of key episodes and viral scenes from its first season, the research investigates how the series portrays and navigates cultural tensions within Turkish society. Drawing upon cultural semiotics, representation theory, Han’s (2021) concept of the "Palliative Society," and the framework of self-orientalism (Arslan & Temel, 2023), this paper decodes recurring symbols, audience interpretations, and their broader societal implications. Additionally, the study incorporates Çetin’s (2023) sociological reading of family transformation in Turkish society, highlighting the softening of secular-religious divides within familial narratives. By contextualizing these elements within Turkey's sociocultural fabric, the study highlights the dual role of media as both a reflector of cultural values and a mediator of ideological conflicts. Ultimately, the findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how popular media shapes, reflects, and negotiates the complexities of cultural identity in an increasingly globalized yet tradition-rooted world.
Anahtar Kelimeler
Cultural Semiotics, Representation Theory, Palliative Society, Turkish Television Dramas, Modernity
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