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Coded Bias
16 September 2020 - 27 September 2020
Film Synopsis: Coded Bias
When MIT Media Lab researcher Joy Buolamwini discovers that most facial recognition software fails to identify darker-skinned faces or women’s faces, she sets out to investigate widespread bias in algorithms. She proves what many suspected: Artificial intelligence is not neutral. From facial scanning used for policing and surveillance to automated HR and mortgage application systems, the building blocks of these omnipresent technologies are far from impartial. Rather, they mirror and magnify the toxic racism and sexism that are already so deep-rooted in society.
Coded Bias illuminates mass misconceptions about AI and emphasises the urgent need for legislative protection. It celebrates the women who, with humour, intelligence and determination, are leading the collective fight for justice in the age of automation.
Content notes:
Contains references to racism (including anti-semitism), misogyny, and some depictions of racially-motivated violence.
Screened as part of TOAFF20
PLAY TRAILERBeyond the Screen
CODED BIAS Q&A – watch the replay!
For our opening night (Wed 16 September), we held conversation imagining what a future beyond surveillance and mechanised racism looks like. We were delighted to welcome Shalini Kantayya, the film’s director, alongside Silkie Carlo, Director of Big Brother Watch, and human rights lawyer Ravi Naik to explore the experiences of women and people of colour marginalised by biased technology – and the campaigners pushing for change.
Screening with short film: SUCKA PUNCH
Booking Information
How to watch
This film is available to watch at any time between 00:00 on 16 September and 23:59 on 27 September.
Ticket prices
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All live workshops and Q&As will be free to access.