Fractures of Memory: Filmic Depth as a Method to Mourn
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Abstract
The living and the dead are currently separated
from each other within our American cities. This divide
has pushed society to disassociate the living and the
dead, making them appear as separate entities. This
creates a sense of fear amongst the living. We fear
the dead, but cherish the memories and moments we
shared when they were alive.
This project will serve as a medium between
the living and the dead to communicate through
memories and moments in time. It will provide and an
opportunity for sharing these special moments amongst
family , friends, community and more to let your “voice
be heard.” The thesis research will provide a new way to
celebrate the dead, through the use of technology. The
research will explore how space can influence emotions
as well as how it can be a shelter of comfort. The design
will serve to bring awareness to the idea of death, and
become a example to reproduce this concept, in world
of ever expanding technological capabilities.