A New Documentary Explores the World of 3D-Printed Guns
A new documentary titled “Death Athletic: A Dissident Architecture” is set to be released on October 21, 2023. Directed by Jessica Solce and produced by Encode Productions and the Samourai Wallet team, the film delves into the realm of 3D firearm printing and features the pioneering work of Cody Wilson. Prior to its release, the documentary will have two screenings in New York and Texas.
Collaboration with Samourai Wallet and Encode Productions
The documentary was produced in collaboration with Samourai Wallet, a privacy-focused bitcoin wallet creator, as well as Thomas Donnelly and Encode Productions. Jessica Solce, known for her previous works such as “No Control,” “My Blueberry Nights,” and “Essence of Echoes,” directed the film. The focus of the documentary is on the growing 3D gun printing movement and Wilson’s contributions to it.
The Legacy of Cody Wilson
Cody Wilson is renowned for inventing the first functional 3D-printed gun called the Liberator. He was also involved in co-founding Dark Wallet, a now-defunct BTC privacy wallet. Since the creation of the Liberator, numerous designers have developed and shared their own 3D firearm printing designs.
Legal Challenges and Defense Distributed’s Innovations
The documentary also covers the legal challenges faced by Wilson and his company, Defense Distributed, against the U.S. government. It highlights their CNC mill machine called “Ghost Gun” and introduces Gatgpt, a generative artificial intelligence chatbot dedicated to open-source gun data.
Donations in Cryptocurrencies
“Death Athletic” received donations in cryptocurrencies such as BTC, ETH, and XMR. The documentary’s BTC address has accumulated approximately 0.686 BTC since its establishment.
Hot Take: Exploring the Controversial World of 3D-Printed Guns
A new documentary titled “Death Athletic: A Dissident Architecture” takes viewers on a deep dive into the world of 3D firearm printing and the contributions of Cody Wilson. Directed by Jessica Solce and produced by Samourai Wallet, Thomas Donnelly, and Encode Productions, this film sheds light on the growing movement surrounding 3D-printed guns. It explores the legal challenges faced by Wilson and Defense Distributed, as well as their innovations in the field. With donations received in cryptocurrencies, this documentary is sure to spark conversations about the intersection of technology and firearms.
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