The main inspiration behind the Postmodernist movement was a rejection of the principles of modernism, which were seen as elitist, exclusionary, and overly focused on objective, universal truths. Postmodernism sought to challenge and deconstruct these ideas, emphasizing the importance of subjectivity, cultural diversity, and the role of language and discourse in shaping our understanding of reality. It also drew on various forms of art and literature, including avant-garde movements like Dada and Surrealism, as well as popular culture, consumerism, and mass media.
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