How digital storytelling machines reshape our sense of reality and self
In short: Multimedia artist Zahra Al-Mahdi explores how being raised by screens influences our perception of truth. This talk examines how satire and collage can challenge established historical narratives and introduce much-needed multiplicity to our shared stories.
Zahra Al-Mahdi reflects on her upbringing by 'storytelling machines' like television and the internet, which played a fundamental role in shaping her identity and understanding of reality. As a filmmaker and artist, she utilizes satire, dark humor, and tactile collage to disrupt singular historical perspectives. By bringing a multiplicity of viewpoints to the surface, Al-Mahdi demonstrates how creative storytelling can expand our collective understanding of the human experience.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Zahra Al-Mahdi: The infinite alchemy of storytelling
- Also: TED — Zahra Al-Mahdi: The infinite alchemy of storytelling | TED Fellows · YouTube (embedded player only)
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