Posthumans
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Director Dominique Leclerc spent years depending on medical devices for her survival. Then, looking for alternative solutions, she entered the world of emerging technologies. Posthumans follows her as she meets with cyborgs, biohackers, and transhumanists who are trying to use these technologies to outsmart illness, aging—and even death. The documentary looks at pressing ethical and political questions that are sure to impact the future of our species.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2025-02-23
Runtime: 0 mins
Director: Dominique Leclerc
Spoken language: English, Français
Genres: Documentary
Original title: Posthumans
Production Companies: ONF | NFB
Production Countries: Canada
Cast
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