Seventeen minutes of commentary on the urban black riots of the 1960s references Guy Debord’s Situationist text and includes insights from Barbara Kruger.
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Seventeen minutes of commentary on the urban black riots of the 1960s references Guy Debord’s Situationist text and includes insights from Barbara Kruger.
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Synopsis
Urban landscapes echo with the memories of the 1960s black riots, as the film references Guy Debord’s Situationist text, “The Decline and Fall of the Spectacle-Commodity Economy.” Commentary from Barbara Kruger, Morrissey, and Skinny Puppy frames rioting as a rejection of capitalist logic. The narrative questions how individuals can shape history when faced with systemic barriers. Cokes poses a critical inquiry: “How do people make history under conditions pre-established to dissuade them from intervening in it?”
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Why Watch
- See how 1960s riots challenge capitalist values.
- Find out about Guy Debord's influence on activism.
- Meet voices like Barbara Kruger and Morrissey.
Did You Know
- The film references Guy Debord's text from March 1966.
- It has a runtime of 17 minutes.
- The documentary discusses urban black riots specifically from the 1960s.
- Barbara Kruger, Morrissey, and Skinny Puppy provide commentary.
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What text does the documentary reference regarding urban black riots?
It references Guy Debord’s Situationist text, 'The Decline and Fall of the Spectacle-Commodity Economy'.
What year was the documentary 'Black Celebration' released?
The documentary was released in 1988.
How long is the duration of the documentary 'Black Celebration'?
The duration of the documentary is 17 minutes.
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