Metamodernism: A Postmodern Critique

This article critiques metamodernism, positioning it less as a successor to postmodernism and more as a rebranded form of modernism. It argues that metamodernism's oscillation between modernist sincerity and postmodern irony is not a resolution of their contradictions, but rather a psychological coping mechanism. The author suggests that metamodernism's success lies in describing certain artistic works, such as BoJack Horseman and the films of Wes Anderson, that play with irony and sincerity. However, it contends that this approach is inadequate as a comprehensive philosophical or ethical framework because it lacks stable reference points. Ultimately, the piece suggests that the pursuit of another "-ism" is futile and encourages confronting the limitations inherent in all ideologies. The article also acknowledges the insider/outsider perspective regarding the worldview of metamodernism.https://philosophics.blog/2025/02/24/metamodernism-a-postmodern-critique/