Broadcast Yourself: The Mr. Anime Story

“Our screens bear witness to our insatiable appetite for attention…” and in “Broadcast Yourself: The Mr. Anime Story” we see just that. In this AI short film, follow Trey Sesler – one of YouTube’s first influencers – and his descent into madness during his quest, or “desire,” (as the District Attorney who prosecuted him put it), for attention. Witness the fatal events that can occur when our ability to broadcast ourselves on social media leads to a pursuit in victory over algorithms over satisfaction in our dreams. And explore the insidious side of what can go viral, both on and offline. This is for educational (and, for some, entertainment) purposes only. Follow to stay tuned for more AI film content.