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202353 minPGdocumentary

Technology Innovation

Zulu Time

202353 minPGdocumentary

Derrick de Kerckhove, Director of the McLuhan Program at the University of Toronto, explores the implications of media and technology in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Technology Innovation

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Channel: NFB

Zulu Time

2023• 53 minPG

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Derrick de Kerckhove, Director of the McLuhan Program at the University of Toronto, explores the implications of media and technology in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Synopsis

Derrick de Kerckhove, Director of the McLuhan Program in Culture and Technology at the University of Toronto, explores the implications of rapid technological change in "Zulu Time." As a prominent figure in media studies and a proponent of Marshall McLuhan's theories, de Kerckhove navigates the complexities of the digital age. The documentary highlights his global engagements and the pressing questions surrounding communication and culture in an increasingly interconnected world. Directed by Jonny Silver, the film runs for 52 minutes.

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