Seeking Mavis Beacon
Launched in the late ’80s, educational software Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing taught millions globally, but the program’s Haitian-born cover model vanished decades ago. Two DIY investigators search for the unsung cultural icon, while questioning notions of digital security, AI, and Black representation in the digital realm.
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- Cast
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Seeking Mavis Beacon
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 20, 2024
Runtime
1h 42m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Seeking Mavis Beacon
Production Companies
NEON, BelleMoon Productions, Cinereach, Field of Vision
Director
Jazmin Jones
Description
Launched in the late ’80s, educational software Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing taught millions globally, but the program’s Haitian-born cover model vanished decades ago. Two DIY investigators search for the unsung cultural icon, while questioning notions of digital security, AI, and Black representation in the digital realm.
