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Gerald Sim, "Screening Big Data: Films That Shape Our Algorithmic Literacy" (Routledge, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Cinematic Influences on Tech Discourse

This chapter examines how significant films shape societal conversations about technology and artificial intelligence, exploring their role in influencing cultural narratives. The speaker discusses their academic journey and the evolution of film studies amid technological changes, particularly the rise of digital cinema. Key films and documentaries are highlighted for their contributions to understanding big data and algorithmic literacy, while also critiquing the complex interplay between technology and media.

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