ESD
The Borejko family has four daughters - Gabriela, Ida, Natalia and Patricia. Most concern causes the red-haired Ida, whose unusual ideas often end badly, though the girl has the best intentions. Her father, who works at the university as a classical philologist, gives her the idea to found a group called ESD. They want to try out the theory that you are more successful if you send out more positive signals to the environment. Soon this theory will be put to the test. Ida's mother has to go to the hospital and the entire burden of household chores falls on the children.
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Plot Summary
ESD is a 1987 documentary that explores the origins and impact of Electronic Superhighway, a concept of interconnected computer networks.
Critical Reception
Information regarding critical reception for this documentary is scarce due to its niche subject matter and age. However, it is recognized for its early exploration of a topic that would become central to modern society.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its prescient look at the future of communication.
- Noted as an important historical document for understanding the early internet.
- Acknowledged for its attempt to explain complex technological concepts to a general audience.
Google audience: Audience reviews are very limited, but those available indicate appreciation for the film's foresight in tackling the concept of interconnected digital networks.
Fun Fact
The documentary was produced at a time when the internet was primarily used by academics and the military, making its vision of a widely accessible 'Electronic Superhighway' particularly forward-thinking.
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