by X | @rali2100 - Linkedin|R Ali
Created: 2023-12-18
The Penguins of Madagascar scene where Dave, the villainous octopus, hacks into the North Wind headquarters in an attempt to destroy it, but his plan is foiled by a technical glitch in the mute button, provides us with some valuable lessons for remote meetings. That's bad design in a nutshell: promising grand schemes, delivered with frustrating hiccups.
Movies brim with cautionary tales like this, offering invaluable lessons. From labyrinthine websites to microscopic restaurant menus, they highlight real-world flaws we can learn from. By dissecting these on-screen blunders, we gain insights into key principles like usability, accessibility, and emotional impact.
So, next movie night, shift your focus. Watch how design choices shape the story, influence mood, and reveal characters. By viewing design through the lens of film, you'll level up your skills, whether crafting patient-centred experiences, building engaging learning spaces, or simply designing anything that wouldn't require a mute button to save the day. Remember, even villains can teach us valuable design lessons.