Sketch for the Last Map (2022)

In the digital age, with the help of map applications, wandering the streets of a foreign city is easier than ever. Sketch for the Last Map overlaps the translucent indoor and outdoor spaces and questions what we miss out on, when we only stare at maps set on street view on our screens. The piece is a continuation of artist Lauri Astala’s earlier work, which explored the relationship between image and reality as well as the experiential and cultural traditions of portraying space.

Director: Lauri Astala
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 13 min
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Editing: Lauri Astala
Country: Finland
Language: No Language
Original Language: fi
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sketch for the Last Map about?
In the digital age, with the help of map applications, wandering the streets of a foreign city is easier than ever. Sketch for the Last Map overlaps the translucent indoor and outdoor spaces and questions what we miss out on, when we only stare at maps set on street view on our screens. The piece is a continuation of artist Lauri Astala’s earlier work, which explored the relationship between image and reality as well as the experiential and cultural traditions of portraying space.
Who directed Sketch for the Last Map?
Sketch for the Last Map was directed by Lauri Astala.
How long is Sketch for the Last Map?
Sketch for the Last Map has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
What genre is Sketch for the Last Map?
Sketch for the Last Map is a Documentary film.
Where was Sketch for the Last Map produced?
Sketch for the Last Map was produced in Finland.