"Matthew"
Episodes 01 - 05
Episodes 01 - 05
By immersing ourselves in the juxtaposition of the obstructed view and its exact replication, we confront the disorienting paradox that our perceived reality is constantly shaped by our interactions with screens, digital interfaces, and the ever-expanding realm of virtual legitimacy.
Project also delves into the complex issue of inherent biases within machine learning algorithms. The crux of the matter lies in the fact that these algorithms rely upon data filtered through a lens of historical racism, homophobia, ableism, socioeconomic status, and many more. This results in perpetuating discriminatory outcomes that further cement existing power structures.
"Matthew" is a digital LCD barrier that separates the viewer from the outside world. Instead of offering an unobstructed view, the screen presents an interpretations of what lies beyond it. With each passing moment, the LCD screen's depiction of the outside world invites contemplation on the fragile nature of truth.
Hey Matthew, what do you see?
Do you see the guns? Do you see the bombs?
See those people throwing all of those stones?
Do you see the cars going up in flames?
See their faces, do you know their names?
Hey Matthew, when you're watching TV;
Hey, Hey Matthew, what do you see?
… Do you see the tension in a rich man's house?
Do you see the cat? Do you see the mouse?
Do you see the beauty or the big bad beast?
Do you see the famine? Do you see the feast?
In this world of villains do you see the crime?
Is a superhero waiting at the edge of time?
Hey Matthew, when you're watching TV;
I said Hey, Hey Matthew, what do you see?
Do you see the guns? Do you see the bombs?
See those people throwing all of those stones?
Do you see the cars going up in flames?
See their faces, do you know their names?
Hey Matthew, when you're watching TV;
Hey, Hey Matthew, what do you see?
… Do you see the tension in a rich man's house?
Do you see the cat? Do you see the mouse?
Do you see the beauty or the big bad beast?
Do you see the famine? Do you see the feast?
In this world of villains do you see the crime?
Is a superhero waiting at the edge of time?
Hey Matthew, when you're watching TV;
I said Hey, Hey Matthew, what do you see?
Song by Karel Fialk
I will fool you more than once. Shame on you!
