From: Erik Aronesty (erik@zoneedit.com)
Date: Wed Apr 28 2004 - 06:56:01 MDT
The concept of relationship renewal via memory loss is applicable on a macro level to the transhumanist argument.
Some would argue that we should “hold off” from developing, and/or that our society should “unlearn” potentially destructive technologies. I liken this ludditism to the erasure of memory.
The conclusion of the film is that it's a waste of time to try to “unlearn” or “hold back” from your relationships.
In the case of anti-technologists, I feel the same way.
In fact, I feel that the fear of technology actually creates and environment of technological abuse - because some people are afraid to share discovery.
Likewise, the erasure of memory made it more difficult, not less so.
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