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Deep Dive: poetry (2018)

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The documentary #poetry examines how Instagram has changed the poetry landscape. It focuses on how poets use the platform to connect with their audience and the backlash they face as online creators. The film discusses the unique opportunities Instagram offers, especially for women poets who find success in this digital environment. The film poses the question of whether Instagram can renew interest in poetry, as millions of users follow contemporary poets. Through interviews with poets like Charly Cox and Adam Hammond, it presents the intersection of social media and literary art, illustrating the evolving nature of poetry in the 21st century.

Why Watch

  • •Meet modern poets thriving on Instagram
  • •Find out how social media reshapes poetry
  • •See the impact of digital platforms on literature

Did You Know

•The documentary features interviews with five poets, including Charly Cox.
•The film runs for 50 minutes and was released in 2018.
•The tagline of the film is 'Can Instagram Make Poetry Cool Again?'

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Social media enthusiastsPoetry loversWomen in arts