How Humanity Ends (Akira, Videodrome, Tetsuo: The Iron Man) - An in depth look at the Body Horror genre

The video explores the intersection of technology and body horror, analyzing films like Akira, Videodrome, and Tetsuo. It discusses how these films reflect societal anxieties about technological change and its impact on human identity and reality. The video also delves into theories by McLuhan, Deleuze, and Guattari, examining how media and machines shape human perception and desires.

Reflect on the statement 'long live the new flesh' and its significance in the context of the discussion.

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In what ways does the film Tetsuo illustrate the concept of the human body as a machine?

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How does the text suggest that technology shapes our sexual desires?

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What does the text imply about the future of body horror in relation to social media?

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