Talk:Asterix (character)

We need references to avoid this being considered OR. RJFJR 16:39, 24 September 2007 (UTC)

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Parody
Added a comment under the general information about Asterix, underlying its parody elements. I think it is appropriate given the fact that it is extremely popular in France, and is also popular worldwide. I think the Parody element here is correct - there are a lot of counter culture and sub themes that are explored in the comic, which has a wide appeal, even to adult audiences.

Dannyza1981 (talk) 23:51, 27 October 2008 (UTC)

Apparent OR
"'The Adventures of Asterix and Obelix are replete with references to various historical stereotypes. The very notion of a single Gaulic province on the outskirts of the vast Roman empire, offers a glimpse into modern French culture and perceptions of how the French view themselves in a wider context. Until recently the schooling system tended to focus on Roman culture and life, with Latin being taught. Roman architecture and life is often venerated as the cultural zenith of the ancient world.  Barbarians and Nordic cultures are often seen to be base and uncultured.  In Asterix this perception is reversed, and the classic underdog hero myth is used to reestablish veneration in the Gaulic origins of France.  The authors argue against this but rather assert that their cartoon making was to make children happy .  However, they cannot deny the context and society in which they live that dominates their thoughts and perceptions that imbue their work with the values and perceptions of their environment.'"

This is very interesting, but appears to be WP:OR. In fact, the authors of the comic are specifically quoted in this as contradicting this theory -- our own opinions on the subject notwithstanding. -- 201.37.230.43 (talk) 21:16, 13 February 2009 (UTC)

Should this page be renamed?
I think this should be Asterix (fictional character), to avoid confusion with asterisk, the character. 209.6.175.242 (talk) 18:36, 30 October 2019 (UTC)