Globalization

Globalization is when nations, cultures, and people become increasingly interconnected.  Creating media has become easier over time, and also less pricy.  Because of this the production of media has leaked over into other countries, not just the United States.  Globalization is spread through forms of technology like the internet or cellular phones, and in a more modern language facebook and texting.  The uses of technology have beneficial perks like keeping society informed about the world. 

 Cultural imperialism is when the strongest culture blends with the less dominant ones and the effects are noticed.  This process reflects imbalance in global power structure. 

The US remains the dominant country when it comes to music, television, and films. An example of a film that represents cultural imperialism is Slumdog Millionaire.  The film was spoken in English, while the questions asked were Indian related.  Slumdog Millionaire is a global release, and global releases hold a large profit for production companies in the United States.  This could very well be why much of American films, music, and television can be found all over the world.