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Last year saw the 60th anniversary of a defining moment in America’s modern history. You won’t find too many people unfamiliar with the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy (JFK), how Lee Harvey Oswald killed him in Dealey Plaza, and all the conspiracies surrounding it. This story has been covered in countless documentaries, movies, and other portrayals. I was also taught about this during my schooling days in the UK.
at the event’s NewImages Festival. JFK Memento, developed by Targo recognizes that this subject has been covered extensively and takes a new approach to the assassination. This documentary is split into five chapters and focuses on the final living witnesses of JFK’s assassination. JFK Memento uses live interviews with a Dallas Police Department Officer, a Dallas Journalist, and a friend to Lee Harvey Oswald’s wife. These stories offer some interesting insights I was unaware of, like how Oswald’s wife, Marina, lived separately with Ruth Paine when the shooting occurred.XR MarketCrucially, VR feels like an integral part of JFK Memento and it’s not treated like a gimmick that unnecessarily requires a headset. This is especially evident in its use of restored archival photos and video. These images are projected onto virtual recreations, such as Ruth Paine’s house, the Texas School Book Depository and the streets of Dealey Plaza. It gives you a better feeling of being there, almost like you’re part of the audience. The black and white footage creates a contrast that’s pleasing to the eye. While it’s not necessarily an immersive experience, JFK Memento makes you feel like you are watching history unfold. It’s a 40-minute look into a pivotal moment in history that is worth watching. This is a great example of the possibilities VR can provide and I would love to see other VR experiences follow suit.