The Remote Controller (2003)
Using found footage sourced from educational films in the Prelinger Archives, this work explores the subject of experimentation in human body and machine interfaces in the 20th century. The film edits together the different ways we have controlled our environment - through technology, magic and theatrical devices. As the world of communications brings people together, power still exists by pushing a button and pulling the puppet strings.
Director: People Like Us
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date: January 1, 2003
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
collage, found footage
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Remote Controller about?
- Using found footage sourced from educational films in the Prelinger Archives, this work explores the subject of experimentation in human body and machine interfaces in the 20th century. The film edits together the different ways we have controlled our environment - through technology, magic and theatrical devices. As the world of communications brings people together, power still exists by pushing a button and pulling the puppet strings.
- Who directed The Remote Controller?
- The Remote Controller was directed by People Like Us.
- How long is The Remote Controller?
- The Remote Controller has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
- Where was The Remote Controller produced?
- The Remote Controller was produced in United States of America.