Several animals chat via text messages. Between their mundane exchanges of words void of life, conflict and rivalry emerge. Their mirrored physical appearance hints to entrapment inside a reality T.V. show, one where uncertainty and doubt prevail. Social media-induced insecurities and escapism become evidence that at least some of them are not bots. Basim Magdy, ‘New Acid’, 2019, presented by artSümer. #loopbarcelona #artistfilm #videoart #film #video #barcelona #chat #message #animal #bot #reality #philosophy #basimmagdy #artsumer #istambul