Seven Grams 1.0

Have you ever contemplated the inner workings of your phone? Have you ever exposed its intricate components and marveled at the technological marvel that resides in the palm of your hand, nestled beneath your pillow, and illuminating your gaze over 2000 times a day? Perhaps you've pondered its origins and the resources essential for its functionality? Seven Grams offers an augmented reality encounter crafted by journalist Karim Ben Khelifa (known for The Enemy), presenting a groundbreaking approach to comprehending the connection between your smartphone and the often tumultuous circumstances surrounding the extraction of rare minerals it depends on, notably in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

While the United States, the globe's most robust economy, boasted a valuation of $20.5 trillion in 2018, the collective worth of mineral resources in the DRC was estimated at an astounding $24 trillion. Yet, it raises a poignant question - how does a country, teeming with such wealth, find itself ranked at a meager 176th out of 181 nations on the Human Development Index (HDI)? For the populace of the DRC, this abundance appears more as a curse than a blessing. Over a span of 25 years, Congo has been embroiled in one of the deadliest conflicts post-World War II, resulting in nearly six million casualties. Simultaneously, other nations have reaped bountifully from Congo's resources, driven by the escalating demand for minerals critical to fabricating phones and other gadgets seamlessly integrated into our daily routines.

Weaving together augmented reality with animated sequences, Seven Grams unfolds this narrative, beckoning you to explore the minerals intertwined within your smartphone and their distinct attributes. Through a poignant and stirring tale, Seven Grams navigates through the smartphone's supply chain, shedding light on its human toll.