The Sky Is Falling

In The Sky Is Falling, renowned cultural critic Peter Biskind explores the influence of popular culture over the past two decades, analyzing how major TV shows and movies reflect and shape the extreme political climate. He argues that contemporary entertainment now features heroes and storylines that challenge traditional values, often depicting extreme measures and apocalyptic themes. Biskind’s provocative insights reveal how this shift in storytelling has transformed popular culture into the new mainstream, influencing societal attitudes and politics.