Consumerism & the Limits to Imagination

The documentary features media scholar Justin Lewis, who presents an illustrated argument based on his acclaimed book. He discusses how consumer capitalism influences our economy, politics, and culture, suggesting that it may be past its effective lifespan. Lewis highlights the unsustainable nature of this system, both economically and environmentally.

Lewis further examines how our cultural and information industries hinder critical thinking, trapping society in a cycle of consumption. He contends that to foster genuine progress, we must rethink our media systems and cultural frameworks. This film is relevant for those interested in media studies, cultural critique, and the intersections of economy and society.