"Dive into 'WoW-Word on Wirecard':" a Mind-Blowing, Interactive Thriller
Jan Marsalek, the controversial figure from Wirecard, graces the stage at Munich's Munchner Kammerspiele...at least, in the digital realm! That's right, folks, Marsalek's likeness appears on screens throughout the world premiere of "WoW - Word on Wirecard" as a deepfake character. This wild ride of a German financial thriller left audiences stunned with a standing ovation on its debut night.
The play, set 36 hours prior to Wirecard's implosion, serves as a backdrop for exploring the theme of artificially created realities. The story follows protagonist Hall Stiller (Elias Krischke) on a psychological rollercoaster through various simulated worlds. As Hall grapples with his sanity, the audience is left questioning their own perception and reality.
Author and dramaturg Anka Herbut seamlessly weaves multiple narratives through film and theater, presenting audiences with a captivating display of art and technology. Filmmaker Lukasz Twarkowski's production masterfully blends old-school charm with modern technologies such as strobe lights and techno music to create an immersive experience.
According to dramaturge Caroline Schlockwerder, the reactions from the audience have been a mixture of amazement and intrigue. Schlockwerder emphasizes that the play is much more than a social critique, as it invites audiences to discuss the implications of living in a world where the line between reality and illusion is blurred.
The interactive nature of the performance allows attendees to engage with the production in multiple ways, encouraging physical, intellectual, and visual exploration of the themes presented. As the audience delves further into the enigmatic world of "WoW - Word on Wirecard," they're left pondering one essential question: What's real, and what's just a well-crafted illusion?
Remember, it's not just the play that blurs the lines between reality and fiction – Jan Marsalek's deepfake character adds to the intrigue, heightening the audience's experience and sparking thoughts about how a fictionalized movie might mirror the future of our society.
As you give in to the thrill of "WoW - Word on Wirecard," be prepared to have your perceptions challenged and your mind blown in this thought-provoking exploration of the boundaries between truth and illusion.
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[1] Newly added information: The play's performance details, including date, time, and venue ("Therese-Giehse-Halle").
