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Podcast: A chat with the directors of 'A Glitch in the Matrix' and 'Users'
We chat with Rodney Ascher and Natalia Almada about their new documentaries, A Glitch in the Matrix and Users.
Our favorite films and VR experiences at Sundance 2021
Here’s what we’ve learned from covering the 2021 Sundance: Virtual film festivals can be awkward, but it’s still an absolute rush to get an early look at some of the year’s most interesting films.
'A Glitch in the Matrix' and the obsession of simulation theory
If you've heard of simulation theory -- the idea that our entire universe could be running inside of some sort of extra-dimensional computer -- there's a good chance you encountered it from a high profile believer like Elon Musk. If you're even somewhat intrigued by exploring the subculture, you'll appreciate A Glitch in the Matrix, Rodney Ascher's latest documentary about uniquely obsessive personalities.
Engadget Podcast: Virtual Sundance, Bezos leaves Amazon and the Apple Car
We dive into everything we loved (and hated) at the virtual Sundance 2021 Film Festival.
My AI-moderated video chat with strangers gave me hope
The questions also differ slightly across all the sessions, according to McCarthy. Had I only been speaking with Serenity, I would have missed out on the collaborative aspect. But of course, the quality of your BTB experience hinges on the people you get to interact with.
'Users' is a fascinating meditation on life and parenting in the digital age
It’s not hard to imagine Users becoming its own series like the Qatsi films. It felt as if I was handing my newborn over to our new god -- technology. “She's in the satellites orbiting around us in space. “She and I are in a battle over my children’s affection.
In ‘Searchers’, looking for love on dating apps is a revealing journey
Apps have taken over dating. If you’ve ever sat down with a friend and asked to go through people on a dating app with them, Searchers is a film for you. If you’re one of the lucky people who have never had to use a dating app and are curious about the experience, Searchers is for you.
Apple just paid a record $25 million to buy a Sundance movie
Apple has paid $25 million to buy the movie 'CODA' — a record amount for a Sundance Film Festival deal.
The Sundance Film Festival makes a giant leap into VR
Anyone can access Sundance's VR platform by picking up a $25 Explorer Pass (or one of the festival's more premium passes), and logging onto a website. It's one area I hope Sundance expands on in the future. Overall, Sundance has 14 New Frontier exhibitions this year.
