A spectacular world of modeled reality
A spectacular world of modeled reality

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of Alexandri’s chapter is to provide an in-depth investigation of the concept of the spectacle, as it was established by the French philosopher Guy Debord in 1967, concentrating on the pragmatics of the phenomenon, identifying its core mechanisms, and analysing their structure and function. This in-depth analysis of meaning-making processes and perception enables a deeper understanding of how spectacles have such a major impact on both individuals and communities, a very relevant issue in modern culture. Beginning with the predominance of the visual modality, the study continues with an examination of the significance and dual function of distance in the world of the spectacle. Furthermore, the spatiotemporal dimensions of the phenomenon are explored, and the relationship between the perception and experience of time and the concept of free will reveals the absence of agency in the spectacular world. The comparison between the human mind to a black box ultimately leads to the chapter’s thesis, which suggests that the spectacle should be seen as a modelling system. Main academic interest covers the field of Eastern Asian forms of art and entertainment. Her work concentrates on Korean popular music (K-Pop), Korean music videos, global perception, marketing tactics, and their impact on popular culture, as well as representation and identity.

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