Digital Arts Network Sydney explores a robot’s first day working at the Sydney Opera House
Russ Tucker and Ian Williamson from Digital Arts Network Sydney have offered a glimpse into the future by following the journey of a robot’s first day at work at the Sydney Opera House.
Tucker and Williamson premiered their short film Being A Robot Usher at TEDxSydney at the Opera House itself, in collaboration with Intel.
Embracing the event’s theme of “togetherness”, the film tells the story of a robot usher, complete with Intel insides, and his first day at work.
Faced with many human-like struggles – concerned about fitting in, making friends and giving a good impression – the story highlights the potential of future technology and how humans may come to interact with it in years to come.
Says Tucker and Williamson: “We’ve seen lots of films tackle the idea of Artificial Intelligence from the frightened perspective of humans, but few from the perspective of robots. If automation in the workplace and AI continue to develop at such a fast pace, it’s not too far fetched to consider how a robot might ‘worry’ about fitting in. The mockumentary style film was a fun way to launch the Sydney Opera House partnership with Intel in a lighthearted subtle way.”
Written by Russ Tucker – Digital Arts Network
Ian Williamson – writer + director. – Digital Arts Network
Adrian Reinhardt – cinematography + editing.
Starring – NAO – Aldebaran Robotics
Jordan Boyle – Roboteer – Swinburne University of Technology
Kristen Hardeman – Consumer Marketing Manager – Intel Australia
Georgia Cockerell – Digital Content Specialist – Sydney Opera House
Cie’Jai Zarb – Partnerships Account Manager – Sydney Opera House
Alex Weltlinger – Stills photographer
Stuart Couzens – Alfred – Production
Kat Stephens – Broadcast Producer – Digital Arts Network
Beau Silvester – Sound design – Digital Arts Network
Etienne Guy Ancelet – editor – Digital Arts Network
Christina Wilmot – Broadcast Content Director – Digital Arts Network
Sean Gardner Digital Business Director – Digital Arts Network
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‘Missed opportunity’ is probably being too kind.