The 'Late Capitalism' meme movement represents a digital critique of the perceived absurdities and contradictions within modern global economics. Originally a term used by economists like Ernest Mandel to describe the post-WWII era, the phrase was popularized on the internet through communities like Reddit's r/latecapitalism. These memes typically highlight the commodification of basic human needs, the irony of corporate social responsibility, and the surreal nature of wealth inequality in a digital age. Whether it’s a photo of an expensive vending machine or an advertisement for a 'luxury' version of a free resource, the meme captures the feeling of living in a boring dystopia where consumerism has reached its peak absurdity.