The Current War” Screened in Media History Course

Within the scope of the Media History course, the film “The Current War” was screened for students on April 17. The screening focused on the impact of technology on society and the ways in which information is disseminated. Selected in alignment with the course content, the film enabled students to evaluate the subject from both historical and media perspectives.
 
While media history examines the development of communication tools and their role in shaping public opinion, films addressing the “war of currents” portray technological competition, the emergence of innovations, and the power struggles experienced during these processes in a dramatized manner. Through this film, historical technological transformations were visualized, and the ways in which media represents such events were illustrated with concrete examples.
 
Following the screening, students shared their opinions about the film, creating a discussion environment. In their evaluations, students expressed that the film was both informative and thought-provoking.
 
“The Current War” centers on the rivalry between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC). The screenplay was written by Michael Mitnick and directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon. The film stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Thomas Edison, Michael Shannon as George Westinghouse, and Nicholas Hoult as Nikola Tesla.
 
This activity contributed to enhancing students’ understanding of the historical development of technology and raising awareness of the media’s power in shaping events.