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Adam Curtis on AI, the BBC and Bucks Fizz

The Rest Is Entertainment

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Exploring Archive Footage in Storytelling

This chapter examines a distinctive filmmaking technique that intertwines archive footage with social history, emphasizing emotional experiences that shape our understanding of the past. It navigates through the evolution of British society over four decades, highlighting significant political and societal shifts while blending highbrow themes with entertaining narratives, including a comedic tale about a dog. The discussion addresses the deep connections between personal narratives, political changes, and the nuances of storytelling in contemporary documentary filmmaking.

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