Blažo Kovačević

Truck for Three Illegal Passengers / Animation /

Duration: 00:01:25

2017

Truck for Three Illegal Passengers explores the dehumanizing effects of emerging surveillance technologies and the invasive methods used to monitor individuals. The animation depicts three illegal immigrants hidden inside a semi-truck, unaware that they are being surveyed, inspected, or scanned. In their innocent conversation, they remain oblivious to the drone-like X-ray perspective that exposes their concealed positions. This juxtaposition highlights the tension between personal freedoms and the growing power of technological surveillance. The work critiques the ethical implications of such invasive practices, reflecting on how they strip away the privacy and humanity of those subjected to them. The piece also touches on broader societal concerns, such as human trafficking, where bodies are commodified and transported under illegal or semi-legal circumstances. By exploring these themes, Truck for Three Illegal Passengers raises important questions about the balance between security measures and the rights of individuals, particularly in a world where borders and bodies are increasingly surveilled and controlled.