MPC210 – Visual Culture Fall 2027 Part II

MPC210 – Visual Culture Fall 2027 Part II

Part II – Essay Question
Essays Should be between 1000-1250 words. The Essay Question is worth 15 Points.
1. In the 1960s, Guy Debord wrote Society of the Spectacle as a critique of the emergence of
postmodern late stage capitalism, branding and commodity fetishism. He proposes ways in
which artists and activists can respond to the spectacle, but also how multinational brands
and corporations respond to independent cultural impulses and creative practices. In your
essay, take the time to outline Debord’s critiques, and their larger influence and impact on
culture.
Use examples from lecture, videos and readings to discuss how The Society of the Spectacle
has impacted and influenced visual culture.