Marx & Mad Men: Alienation & Capitalism
- Workers vs. Creators: Marx criticizes capitalism for alienating workers from their labor. Don Draper, despite being a creative force, remains deeply unfulfilled.
- Consumerism & Identity: Mad Men portrays the illusion of happiness sold through advertising, reinforcing Marx’s critique of materialism.
- False Consciousness: The characters chase success, yet remain disconnected from true fulfillment, mirroring Marx’s concept of ideological control.
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