Emplaced interaction and interactive documentary: Fighting algorithmic manipulation and filter bubbles with physical engagement

Aston, Judith

Abstract

Whilst the problems of algorithmic manipulation and filter bubbles need to be addressed on several fronts, the strategy I am proposing here is that of “emplaced interaction.” When applied to interactive documentary, this is a strategy which marries the digital with the analogue to create shared experiences with elements of face-to-face and site-specific experience at their core. These experiences might come out of long-term engagement and interventions with place or they might be short-term, creating what have been called “temporary autonomous zones.”

Citation

Aston, J. (2017). Emplaced interaction and interactive documentary: Fighting algorithmic manipulation and filter bubbles with physical engagement

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Jul 10, 2017
• Publication Date: Aug 22, 2017
• Deposit Date: Jul 20, 2018
• Publicly Available Date: Oct 3, 2018
• Journal: Immerse: Creative discussion of emerging nonfiction storytelling
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: i-docs, interactive documentary, emplaced interaction, documentary, documentary studies, interactive factual
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/882826
• Publisher URL: https://immerse.news/emplaced-interaction-and-interactive-documentary-dc092ba94a8
• Related Public URLs: https://immerse.news/emplaced-interaction-and-interactive-documentary-dc092ba94a8
• Additional Information: Additional Information : This article was art of a special issue on: Why do i-docs matter? curated by myself, Mandy Rose and Sandra Gaudenzi. Immerse's editorial board is comprised of leading curators of interactive and emerging media from the MIT OpenDoc Lab, Sundance Institute, IDFA DocLab, POV, Tribeca Film Institute, and Points North Institute. The spirit of the publication is openness, collaboration, and access for all.