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The Absolutely Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow

The Absolutely Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow is a cinematic exploration of the world of Web3, including AI, Blockchain and NFTs. Using evocative imagery, in-depth interviews, and thought-provoking narration, the documentary delves into the profound questions raised by Web3 technologies and their implications on the human condition. Taking a profound journey into the heart of Web3, The Absolutely explores the promises and perils of a digital realm where art, the metaverse, and artificial intelligence converge, contemplating the ultimate impact of these technologies on the human experience through the hearts and minds of the luminaries at the forefront of this technological evolution. The Absolutely invites the audience to confront the beauty and darkness of this new digital realm. As they ponder the existential questions raised by these technologies, viewers are left to consider the ultimate impact of Web3 on the human experience and the future of our interconnected world.

  • Springna Zhao
    Director
    Son of the South
  • Hayden McComas
    Director
  • Springna Zhao
    Producer
    Son of the South
  • Barry Alexander Brown
    Executive Producer
    Do the Right Thing, BlacKKKlansman
  • Oudom Fnu
    Executive Producer
  • Beeple
    Key Cast
  • Grimes
    Key Cast
  • Refik Anadol
    Key Cast
  • Sophia the Robot
    Key Cast
  • Dr. David Hanson
    Key Cast
  • Dr. Sian Proctor
    Key Cast
  • Haider Rafique
    Key Cast
  • Winkelmann
    Key Cast
  • Metakovan
    Key Cast
  • Brittany Pierre
    Key Cast
  • Neil Sahota
    Key Cast
  • Jason Kuperberg
    Key Cast
  • Jason Rosenstein
    Key Cast
  • Ryan Adams
    Editor
  • Conor Murphy
    Cinematography
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Feature
  • Genres:
    AI, BLOCKCHAIN, ARTS, HUMANITY, NFTS, CRYPTO, TRANSFORMATION, CURRENT AFFAIRS
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 25 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    August 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    2,000,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, Singapore, Switzerland, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Springna Zhao, Hayden McComas

Springna Zhao is a groundbreaking filmmaker, producer, and co-director of the feature-length documentary The Absolutely. As a passionate advocate of Web3, she played a pivotal role in bringing the film to life. Springna's storytelling is driven by a desire to capture the intricate and fascinating world of Web3 through engaging interviews with top luminaries. She aims to bridge the gap between complex digital concepts and laypersons’ understanding, guiding the Web2 audience toward the Web3 revolution through her unique lens.

An innovative thinker and visionary, Springna sees boundless potential in Web3 technology for both the entertainment industry and humankind. Before venturing into film, she forged a distinguished career on Wall Street, first at Merrill Lynch in Global Wealth Management and later as Managing Director at Alliance Global Partners in New York City.

Originally from China, Springna now calls New York City home, where she is a prominent commentator on Sino-American relations for global media outlets. Her vision continues to evolve with the digital landscape, as she remains dedicated to exploring the dynamic intersections of art, technology, and culture.

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Director Statement

The Absolutely, Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow is more than a documentary; it is a brief history of the future, a vivid exploration of a pivotal moment in time when the technological paradigm is shifting beneath our feet. Like being in the garage with Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak as they built the first Apple computer or sitting with Tim Berners-Lee as he brought the internet to life, The Absolutely, Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow puts us literally in the living rooms of the pioneers at the forefront of the next technological revolution.

Through conversations with visionary artists, technologists, and cultural critics, we map the contours of a new digital landscape that is still in its nascent form. What we present is not just an inventory of technological advancements, but a contemplation about what these shifts mean for art, identity, and the human condition. In the short term, the film offers a dynamic examination of the key people and events that have shaped and influenced this emergent technological paradigm. bringing viewers faceto-face with individuals like Mike Winkelmann (Beeple), who, whether by luck, skill, or timing, found himself at the center of a movement that many still do not fully understand. It introduces us to a cast of characters whose lives and careers have been transformed by the rise of digital art, decentralized networks, and artificial intelligence. Through their stories, we explore not only the promise and excitement of these innovations but also their potential risks and societal impact. In the longer term, this documentary will serve as an incredible time capsule, capturing what the technological landscape looked like at its embryonic stage. It will stand as a testament to a moment when digital art, cryptocurrencies, and artificial intelligence began to move from the fringes to the center of our cultural consciousness. The Absolutely, Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow provides a panoramic view of a world in flux, where new forms of creative expression are born amidst skepticism, speculation, and seismic change.

Future generations will look back at this film and see it as a snapshot of a time when the rules were still being written, when the boundary between reality and digital space was still being negotiated. Weaving together archival footage, candid interviews, and dynamic visual storytelling, The Absolutely, Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow compels us to look beyond the present hype and hysteria surrounding technology and to reflect on its deeper implications for humanity's future. This is not just a film about technology; it is a film about us — our aspirations, our fears, our creativity, and our constant drive to push beyond what we know, toward what might be. The Absolutely, Amazing, Wonderful, Frightening, Threatening Edge of Tomorrow is our lens on the future, and we are eager for you to look through it with us.