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I'm Shakti Mb.

I make films, software, and websites.

I run Two Shiny Coins, a small studio for independent work.

Broadly speaking, I'm interested in the behaviors that emerge when humans and machines interact.

What they make people feel, do, want, and imitate.

Shakti Mb

Currently, I'm researching the emergent behaviors and subcultures that are forming around AI companions.

This work is supported by Rhizome and NEW INC.



My Girlfriend is a JSON File


The Force of Thirst

To me, films and software feel similar : ways of projecting ourselves onto whatever screen is available.

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During my UnionDocs film fellowship, I made Soil Story, a 16mm film about 150+ year history of the soil in two neighboring landscapes in Queens. Made in collaboration with olivia acuña, kiana fernandez, and laura alvear roa.



Soil Story


soilstoryfilm.com




Premiered at Science New Wave Festival XVIII


Watch on Labocine →

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Currently, I'm developing a film about my friend, Mike Decamp, a sailor rebuilding a hurricane-destroyed boat on an island where hurricane seasons are intensifying.



Currently in production.



Broken Things


broken-things.com

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contact mbshakti [at] gmail.com