The artwork is set in a possible future where humans have abandoned Earth, leaving behind a small portion of the population and robots. It sonically depicts the narrative of the last service robot on April 11, 2423, which eventually runs out of battery, suggesting that this might be the last sound ever made on Earth. The setting is gradually revealed through portions of the narrative that mention the date and the "history of humanity," while the robot's low battery status is conveyed by the audio becoming increasingly distorted and fragmented. I chose to present this narrative sonically because it leaves room for imagination while still offering a clear storyline.
Through this gradually revealed sci-fi setting, the artwork explores themes related to our imagination about a future world under critical issues like climate change, environmental degradation, and a pessimistic outlook on the rapid development of technology, including the possibility of reaching a technological singularity. It points to a potential future where Earth becomes a wasteland devoid of civilization, with the last robot as the sole entity "alive," carrying on fragments of what we once considered civilization—how we brush our teeth, record history, deal with depression, and define our culture. The final, tragic, and even romantic part of the audio delivers a powerful message, warning viewers of the ultimate consequences if we fail to address these pressing concerns.
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