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Slavoj Žižek is a Slovenian philosopher and cultural critic known for his eclectic approach, drawing on psychoanalysis, Marxism, critical theory, and popular culture. He is a prominent figure in contemporary thought, recognized for his provocative analyses of ideology and capitalism. Žižek often uses Lacanian psychoanalysis to critique societal structures and the ways in which ideology operates unconsciously within them. He is critical of both traditional capitalism and contemporary liberalism, arguing that they mask deeper systemic problems. Žižek’s style is characterized by his use of humor, paradox, and examples from film and literature to elucidate complex theoretical ideas, making his work both accessible and contentious.