The Memefest is back, a carefree and cathartic cultural event to think and laugh around humorous creation on the networks. In a context marked by metaverses, deep fakes, astrology, flat earthers and conspiracy theories, the fundamental question about truth arises, since certainties seem to be scarce in tumultuous times. Ironic distancing is presented as a response to the growing difficulty of distinguishing between the physical and the virtual.
In this edition's Memefest they will explore the impact of app filters and the obsession with aesthetics on our identity, reflecting on who we are, where we are and what is real or invented. The digital past will be addressed, revisiting moments of laughter and virtual refuges to find ideas that sustain our faith in the internet we want.
The event will include activities such as the analysis of conspiracy theories by Judit Martín, a debate on the truth in the networks with PutoMikel and Charcastrology, and an exploration of the impact of the image in our body perception by Mar Vallverdú and Rita Rakosnik. In addition, Venga Monjas will lead a reflection on the possible end of the Internet and will pay tribute to the digital folklore that marked online culture. Surprise guests will join this nostalgic trip to a bygone internet, but full of valuable ideas.
The festival is directed by the Filles d’internet, members of the CCCB in areas such as cultural production and management, communication, design and editing of digital content.
Memefest is a meeting space for followers of memes and digital culture.
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