Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 5
Oct 16, 2021
Dahlia Killsback, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, discusses the historical and contemporary significance of Indigenous Peoples Day and critiques federal Indian policy. She highlights the importance of tribal sovereignty and the 'Land Back' movement. Alex Newhouse, an expert in terrorism and gaming, explores innovative approaches to combat radicalization through video games. Together, they address the challenges of content moderation on social media and reflect on the intertwining narratives of politics and narrative-driven games.
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Surveillance and Intimacy
- Surveillance, both traditional and modern, involves a lot of mundane observation.
- This creates an unexpected intimacy with the subject, a non-cinematic experience.
Inspiration for 'Telling Lies'
- 'Telling Lies' was inspired by UK undercover police infiltrating activist groups, forming exploitative relationships.
- The game aims to shift perspective to the victims, acknowledging the inherent wrongness of such actions.
Fairy Tales and Societal Values
- Fairy tales encode societal values, preparing children for the realities of the world.
- 'Her Story' and 'Telling Lies' use fairy tale elements to explore themes of trust, deception, and consequences.