Aula 10 - Criminologia Cultural

Summary

This transcript discusses cultural criminology, a field that examines the intersection of crime and culture. It highlights key theorists, such as Jeffery H. I. Herby Young and Salah Khaled Jr., and explores how this approach differs from traditional criminology, particularly critical criminology. Cultural criminology uses qualitative methods like ethnographic studies to explore crime through cultural representations in media, art, and society. The approach emphasizes understanding crime in context, integrating theories from sociology, anthropology, and postmodern critique. It also highlights ongoing research in areas like urban graffiti and sports fan cultures, emphasizing the importance of cultural perspectives in criminological research.

Takeaways

• 😀 Criminology cultural is a theoretical perspective that emphasizes the relationship between crime and culture.
• 😀 Key criminologists in the field include Jeff Hale, Iredell Young, and Salo de Carvalho, among others.
• 😀 The field has gained traction in both Europe and the United States and is evolving in countries like Brazil through authors like Salah Khaled Júnior.
• 😀 Unlike critical criminology, criminology cultural critiques crime while incorporating cultural factors such as media representations, art, and urban elements.
• 😀 It takes a cultural approach to analyzing crime, exploring social representations of crime and the criminal in various societal contexts, such as movies, TV shows, and online platforms.
• 😀 The theory is influenced by subcultural theories and the labeling theory (labeling approach), which examines how crime and deviance are constructed.
• 😀 Criminology cultural introduces anthropology into criminological analysis, utilizing ethnographic methods to observe crime and social behavior directly in the field.
• 😀 The method focuses on micro-level analysis rather than macro-level crime control or statistics, emphasizing empirical research and qualitative data over quantitative methods.
• 😀 It recognizes the complexity of crime by acknowledging the many interconnected factors that influence criminal behavior and societal views on crime.
• 😀 Criminology cultural aims to reintroduce qualitative analysis into criminological research, which had previously been dominated by quantitative, statistical methods.
• 😀 Studies in criminology cultural include ethnographic research on phenomena such as violence in video games, football fans' behaviors, and street art like graffiti, all providing insights into crime-related representations in different contexts.

Q & A

What is cultural criminology, and how is it different from traditional criminological approaches?

Cultural criminology is a theoretical framework that examines crime and its cultural representations. It differs from traditional criminology by focusing on how crime is portrayed in media, art, and society, while traditional criminology often looks at crime in terms of law enforcement, punishment, and criminal justice systems.

Who are some of the key criminologists associated with cultural criminology?

Some key criminologists associated with cultural criminology include Jeff Herring, Young, Salo de Carvalho, Álvaro Oxley, and Salah Khaled Júnior.

How did cultural criminology influence criminological research in Brazil?

Cultural criminology has been influential in Brazil, particularly through criminologists like Salo de Carvalho and Álvaro Oxley, who have integrated cultural perspectives into criminological research, thus broadening the understanding of crime and culture within the country.

What makes cultural criminology distinct from critical criminology?

Cultural criminology differs from critical criminology in that it does not merely critique the criminal justice system. Instead, it focuses on the cultural representations of crime and criminality, examining how crime is understood and portrayed in different cultural contexts.

What methodologies are typically used in cultural criminology?

Cultural criminology primarily uses ethnographic methods, where researchers immerse themselves in the field to observe crime and its cultural expressions in real-life settings. This approach allows for qualitative analysis of crime, focusing on micro-level phenomena.

How does cultural criminology relate to subcultural theories and labeling theory?

Cultural criminology draws heavily from subcultural theories and labeling theory. It examines how cultural groups and subcultures influence perceptions of crime and deviance, and it considers how labeling individuals as criminals impacts their behavior and societal interactions.

What role does anthropology play in cultural criminology?

Anthropology plays a significant role in cultural criminology by providing methods and perspectives for analyzing crime through cultural lenses. Cultural criminologists use social and cultural anthropology to understand the symbols, rituals, and meanings associated with crime in various societies.

How does cultural criminology examine crime in urban spaces?

Cultural criminology examines crime in urban spaces by analyzing the cultural meanings attached to graffiti, street art, surveillance cameras, and other urban phenomena. Researchers study how crime is represented in the city and how cultural expressions, such as street art or protests, relate to crime.

What is the significance of studying crime in the digital space through cultural criminology?

Studying crime in the digital space is significant in cultural criminology because it allows for the exploration of how crime is represented and perceived in virtual environments, such as social media and online communities. This broadens the understanding of crime beyond physical spaces and traditional criminal justice systems.

What example is given in the script to illustrate cultural criminology's approach to studying violence?

An example given in the script is the study of video games and their association with violence. Salah Khaled Júnior wrote about the representations of video games and their supposed link to violent acts, challenging the common belief that video games directly cause violent behavior.