The director’s episode: how tech makes movies
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Truth and Fiction in Tech Filmmaking
This chapter explores the intersection of truth and fiction in the context of the film about BlackBerry, illustrating the company's fall due to a narrow focus on innovation. Speakers discuss the complexities of character portrayal in tech movies, arguing for a nuanced representation that reflects both aspiration and collaboration. The conversation also draws on influences from notable tech documentaries and examines the challenges of accurately depicting the tech industry's evolution in film.
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