This week’s film is a machinima that deals with pollution in the most overt way it can. Andy Hughes’ Inner Migration juxtaposes Cyberpunk 2077 against some ‘found footage’ taken from early 40s/60s films and General Motors corporate ‘forecast’ of the future of technology. We discuss how machinima is an interesting way to explore social commentary and analyze the use of video games as a medium for artistic expression and engaging young people in social responsibility. We also reflect on the potential of media and science fiction to inspire change and address social ills. Our conversation concludes with insights on how viewers can make sense of complex films and draw inspiration from multiple perspectives.
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Inner Migration 720 by Andy Hughes, released 18 March 2024
Prelinger archive, accessible here
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finally catching up with a few episodes (admittedly skipping and sometimes playing 1.5x). This made me want to get back to Cyberpunk 2077. Great juxtaposition of the 50s(?) promotional adumentary with a game that embodies future dystopia! I found it captivating and well-made, building nicely at the end, and cynical yet humorous… like the game.