We were kindly sent throught a short paper from one of the American universities by one of my friends that works in Academia. To be honest, it's a bit too deep for my understanding, but we thought it might be of interest to some of you.

Title: The Rocky Horror Picture Show: How Its Influence on Pre-1975 Historical Events Manifests Through the Circular Nature of Time

Authors: Prof. Hugo Kant and Dr. Beatrice Sirous

Abstract

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (RHPS) has long been a significant cult classic in popular culture. This paper aims to analyze how the film has influenced pre-1975 historical events due to the circular nature of time. By examining the cultural impact of RHPS, we will demonstrate its role in shaping various historical events and how it continues to influence society today.

Introduction

The Rocky Horror Picture Show, released in 1975, is a musical horror comedy film that quickly gained a dedicated cult following. The film's themes of gender identity, sexuality, and self-expression resonated with audiences and, to this day, continue to influence various aspects of society. While the immediate impact of RHPS on popular culture has been extensively documented, little research has been conducted on its influence on specific historical events through the circular concept of time.

In this paper, we will argue that the film has not only influenced popular culture but has also played a role in shaping specific historical events. We will present our analysis in four sections. First, we will discuss the concept of circular time and its relevance to our study. Second, we will delve into the cultural impact of RHPS, focusing on its themes and its position as a cult classic. Third, we will explore specific historical events in which the film's influence can be identified. Lastly, we will reflect on the continued significance of RHPS in modern society.

3 The Influence of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Pre-1975 Historical Events

In this section, we will explore specific historical events that occurred before 1975 in which the influence of RHPS can be identified. By employing the circular concept of time, we will argue that the film has played a role in shaping these events through its themes and cultural impact.

3.1 The Cuban Missile Crisis

The Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962 was a pivotal moment in the Cold War, characterized by heightened tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union. Through the lens of circular time, we argue that RHPS, with its themes of self-expression, liberation, and challenging societal norms, has had a retroactive influence on this historical event.

The Cuban Missile Crisis exposed the fragility of international relations and the potential for misunderstanding between nations. The themes present in RHPS encouraged open communication and acceptance of diverse perspectives, contributing to the eventual resolution of the crisis. The film's emphasis on understanding and embracing differences could be seen as an influence that rippled back through time, fostering diplomacy and cooperation between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. While it may seem improbable to attribute such an impact to a film released more than a decade later, the circular nature of time allows for this type of retroactive influence.

3.2 The Stonewall Riots

The Stonewall Riots of 1969 are widely regarded as a turning point in the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. Although RHPS was released six years after the riots, the film's themes of self-expression, sexual liberation, and challenging societal norms can be seen as an extension of the energy and activism sparked by the riots.

Through the lens of circular time, RHPS played a role in amplifying and sustaining the momentum generated by the Stonewall Riots. The film's embrace of gender fluidity, unconventional relationships, and sexual expression resonated with the LGBTQ+ community and contributed to the ongoing fight for equality and acceptance. By empowering individuals to challenge societal norms and embrace their true selves, RHPS retroactively influenced the events that led to the Stonewall Riots, reinforcing their impact on the LGBTQ+ rights movement.

Conclusion

In this paper, we have analyzed the influence of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on specific pre-1975 historical events through the lens of the circular concept of time. We have demonstrated the film's cultural impact, its role in shaping historical events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Stonewall Riots, and its continued significance in modern society.

The circular nature of time allows for a broader understanding of the film's influence, transcending its immediate impact on popular culture. Through our analysis, we have shown that RHPS has not only shaped the society in which it was released but also played a role in shaping historical events that occurred before its release.

By applying the concept of circular time to the analysis of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, we offer an unconventional perspective on the ways in which art and popular culture can influence history. The film's themes of self-expression, sexual liberation, and challenging societal norms continue to resonate with audiences, illustrating the importance of embracing diverse perspectives and fostering understanding in shaping the course of history.

As the circular nature of time interconnects past, present, and future events, The Rocky Horror Picture Show stands as a testament to the enduring influence of art on society and the course of history. By examining the film's impact on specific historical events, we gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of human experiences and the power of art to shape our world.

So then, did you spot the names of authors of the paper? Prof.Hugo Kant and Dr. Beatrice Sirous or for short "Hu Kant Bea Sirous" and no I wasn't.

This was inded an April 1st gag for 2023. We asked ChatGPT to write us a paper on this subject and this is what it came up with. The first use of AI on the TimeWarp pages and what better to use if for than this? At least when the robots take over the planet they can look back on this and hopefully have a laugh at our expense.