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Panel #4 New Media and the Technologies of Science Fiction

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This panel, “New Media and the Technologies of Science Fiction” actually served as a more literal reading of its name. The first two panelists decided to discuss Science Fiction in short film narratives. Ritch Calvin talked about the post-apocalyptic story … Continue reading →

Keynote Lecture: “Humans and Machines – Media Interface after the Cyborg”

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“Mind-blowing” would be the words I would use to sum up Thomas Lamarre’s talk on Friday afternoon. Using the manga, films, and anime of the Ghost in the Shell universe, Professor Lamarre powerfully wove his interpretation of cyborgs, the direction … Continue reading →