Kitsch is the translation of the stupidity of received ideas into the language of beauty and feeling. It moves us to tears of compassion for ourselves, for the banality of what we think and feel.
Milan Kundera, in his book "The Art of the Novel," discusses the concept of kitsch as a means of expressing common, often misguided sentiments in a way that seems beautiful and emotional. He describes kitsch as a superficial translation of widely accepted yet simplistic ideas into artistic forms that evoke strong feelings. This results in an emotional reaction, making us feel compassion not only for others but also for our own...