Australia Speaks
Australia Speaks: AI
From Jaydon Sciré Giesekam
Artificial intelligence is currently being implemented into every facet of life making it almost inescapable. Yet, when experts and even those developing such an all-encompassing and capable technology are expressing fears on an existential level, what does it mean not only for the safety but the future of the Australian public?
I am Jaydon Sciré Giesekam, a Sydney-based filmmaker exploring grief, AI, and corporate power through speculative storytelling. My debut short film, ‘Blue Harvest’ — written, directed, produced, and self-funded by me — grew out of First Class Honours research in Screen and Sound Production at UNSW, where I’ve since been invited to apply for a PhD scholarship to keep making films. It screened at the Gippsland International Film Festival and the Canadian Screen Award-qualifying Oakville Film Festival, where it was the only Australian selection; won Best Short Film at the Starburst Film Festival; and earned a Best Editing nomination at the Australian Youth Film Festival.
Why did you choose to tell this story
Because artificial intelligence is a pertinent and pervasive topic. I want to provide the Australian public with the unbiased truth and explore both the issues at hand and potential solutions from experts in various fields, small-business owners and your regular punter.
What do you hope audiences take away from your project
I hope audiences leave more informed on artificial intelligence and its impacts.