Possessed
In Aleppo, liquefied lead symbolizes the destruction of technology, while academics Alex Williams and Nick Srnicek critique social media's isolating effects on youth.
Synopsis
In Aleppo, liquefied lead symbolizes the destruction of technology, while academics Alex Williams and Nick Srnicek critique social media's isolating effects on youth.
Synopsis
Liquefied lead flows over burning smartphones in Aleppo, symbolizing the destruction of technology and conflict. Academics Alex Williams from the University of East Anglia and Nick Srnicek from King's College London provide insight into social media's impact on human relationships. Young people increasingly delete their Facebook accounts due to pressure and competition, leading to feelings of isolation. The film critiques social media's role in modern life under neoliberalism.
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