: Allison Page argues that media (ranging from documentaries and television miniseries to educational video games) often functions as a "cultural technology" used to regulate viewer emotions. This can sometimes negate the viewer's understanding of slavery’s structural, long-term impact on the present day.
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These productions often serve as "surrogate" conversations for a society that finds it difficult to discuss slavery directly, using film to keep informative and educational dialogues at the cultural forefront. Industry Trends in AV Production : Allison Page argues that media (ranging from