Steyerl talks about how the “unbroken belief” of the documentary form is challenged. He means that the unbroken belief of the documentary is supposed to be recording reality. However, nowadays, it doesn’t matter whether the documentary corresponds to reality or not. The question of correct representation is utterly secondary. These documentary images do not represent anything intelligible anymore. However, their truth lies in their expression.
Truth can give fiction the outline and fiction gain inspiration from the truth. Truth is objective and clear. Fiction, on the other hand, is subjective and unintelligible. Fiction can reflect the author’s feelings or opinions about the truth.
What media presents is powerful and influential. In a world full of uncertainty, we need something authentic to believe in. Representation of truth in the media is especially significant because there exists too much fake information. Fake images and information in documentaries may bring bad consequences and have terrible effects. They can directly influence our feelings. Therefore, the representation of truth matters.
The role of live broadcast should be presenting the truth objectively, showing what is really happening around the world. It’s acceptable to add subjective opinions or feelings, but all should be based on reality.