Steyerl talks about how the “unbroken belief” of the documentary form is challenged. The idea of “unbroken belief” in this context relates not to the truth in content, but emphasizes how the truth in the content is portrayed. A better example to break down the “unbroken belief” by Steyerl states “They are perfectly true documents of that general uncertainty… The abstract pixels that flicker across the screen are the crystal clear expression of a time in which the connection between images and things has become questionable and is under general suspicion”. This quotes gives a basic summary because documents typically highlight real life events, scenarios and or things. However, the documentation may leave out certain aspects or only focus in certain things which relates to the pixel, and ultimately how the documentation is presented. Rather than questioning that documentary, the focus is shifted into the commentary which highlights this idea of unbroken beliefs.
Furthermore, certain movies and films are based on a true story. The truth informs the fiction because it is the foundation and will provide the framework of a real picture. Fiction informs the truth by tying in a different aspect of reality, and makes the audience question its realism. While it is likely to happen, it isn’t the truth.
The significance of authenticity and representation of the truth in the media that we consume on a daily basis is that it allows us to know what is happening in our world. The are many significant events that happen on our daily lives and the way we receive and perceive that information also depends on the authenticity and representation of it in the media. In addition, the role of a live broadcast helps give authenticity and representation in the media because it occurs in real time. While it is happening, the media is reporting at the same time and usually this erases some chances of cuts and edits that could potentially hide the truth.