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From the archive: Adam Curtis's All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace
May 23, 2017
Adam Curtis, known for documentaries like Bitter Lake and HyperNormalisation, discusses hyper-individualism, power dynamics, and societal conformity in his series All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace. Topics include the impact of ideologies, self-monitoring for conformity, user-generated content, and the duality of online behavior.
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- Transition from institutional progress to individual self-fulfillment leads to societal homogeneity.
- Online platforms use behavioral targeting to predict user preferences, impacting content and political strategies.
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Adam Curtis Discusses Power Dynamics in Society
Adam Curtis, a producer and director, explores how power operates in society beyond traditional political realms. He delves into institutions like scientific institutions and consumerism, highlighting the influence of power within them. Curtis's works focus on the shift from institutions defining progress to individuals seeking self-fulfillment, leading to a sense of homogeneity and stasis in society. He emphasizes the unnoticed power dynamics in various aspects of life that shape modern society.
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