How Governments Use Design and Propaganda to Control You

Explore the intricate relationship between design, propaganda, and government control in this 42-minute video. Delve into the historical and contemporary use of various design elements, from typography and architecture to product design and art, as tools for shaping public opinion and ideology. Examine how scribes, font design, modern document layouts, artistic movements like Constructivism and Socialist Realism, and even weapons design have been employed to influence thoughts and perceptions. Uncover the subtle ways everyday objects and visual elements can convey political messages, and learn to recognize the techniques used in crafting effective propaganda. Gain insights into the intersection of design, politics, and social influence across different time periods and cultures.

Intro
Scribes as Propaganda
Font Design as Propaganda
Henson
Modern Document Design as Propaganda
Constructivism
Socialist Realism
US Propaganda & Consumerism
Mid-century Modern
Abstract Expressionism and the US Government
Weapons Design as Propaganda
Shock & Contrast in Propaganda
Truth In Propaganda
Palazzo Braschi