Entertaining Violence. Distancing the Audience from the Violent Content in Garth Ennis and Steve Dillons "Preacher Book One"

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The exploration of violence in media reveals its complex relationship with society, particularly how it influences aggression. The seminar paper discusses the increasing prevalence of violent themes in popular culture, from action films to graphic novels. It highlights the graphic novel "Preacher" by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon, featuring Jesse Custer, who embarks on a dark quest to find God after gaining divine powers. The work is noted for its intense violence, which raises questions about its impact on audiences and the nature of media consumption.