
Astroturf(1997)
ASTROTURF is a 3D computer animation which tells the story of how humans are devolving through their interaction with technology. ASTROTURF presents a number of test cases which explore the themes of technological dystopia and devolution.

Movie: Astroturf
Video Trailer Astroturf
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