The Matrix, Movie analysis

 

� How do the characters influence and mold technology to fit their needs? � Are their active audiences? � How does flow work between the Matrix and the characters, especially Neo? � Can the concepts of presence and co-presence be applied to the Matrix and its characters? If so, how? � How are the characters part of online communities, communities online, audiences, and/or third places? � How do the characters influence their social world(s) using Communicative Informatics level/sphere 2 (Network Systems & Human Computer Interaction/Interface), and then at level/sphere 3 (Communicative; Information & Communication Technologies). � Does the Matrix act like a database which learns about users through gathering data? � How can uses and gratifications as well as the technology adoption model be applied to how Neo beats the Matrix? � How does the Matrix act like a database that collects and uses information to appeal to people’s likes and dislikes? � How does media naturalness explain social interaction though technology in the Matrix? � What role might proximity play in increasing user engagement? Be creative and have fun with it. Remember to integrate readings & concepts from class. Support your claims with examples from the movie. Cite sources.

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