Case Study Marty Mcfly

Marty McFly faces many challenges when he goes back in time to the 1950s. Marty is from the 1980s and is seen in contrasting decades, dealing with the differences in popular culture between the 1980s and 1950s. When Marty is taken back in time, he experiences a culture shock as the town is nothing as it is now. For decades the town evolved and changed catering to people's needs and desires. Immediately upon when Marty arrives in 1955, the town is shocked to see such an upscale car, which they misunderstood for an airplane because of the unique shape and size. Cars in the 1950s were much bigger and bulkier, compared to the car that Marty was driving. As the needs of the society changed the appearance of cars evolved, they became much smaller and stylish. This immediately made him stand out and …show more content…
He looked different from the other because of the puffer vest he was wearing, which back then was associated with being a sailor. The puffer vest resembled a life jacket and in the 1950s it was not a fashion statement. Marty's fashion allowed the society to question him and made him much more noticeable. Also different brand arose that had not yet been seen, for example, Lorraine misconceived Calvin Klein as Marty’s name, because in the 1950s this brand was not founded yet. Technology is a huge indicator in the advancement of society and culture. Marty came from a decade of which technology was developed and part of the norm when he is brought back in time he realizes that technology is a luxury is still evolving. Having a television in a home was considered a comfort, and he has difficulty not displaying his knowledge in technology as he is accustomed to it. Even the Doc is not fully aware of the nearby future as he is mesmerized by a video camera. Marty is challenged to keep his knowledge to himself, know revealing that is more advanced than