In the course of the last 30 years, many of us have become practised at pressing buttons and rapidly responding to a barrage of electronic messages on computer games, the internet, email and mobile phones. Using clips to illuminate his points, James Harkin argues that new and sophisticated kinds of stories which engage our restless cybernetic sensibilities can be found under our noses in mainstream contemporary cinema and television.

Following the talk there will be a panel discussion. Responding to issues raised in Harkin's presentation, the panel will discuss the future of narrative and moving image in a digital age.

Tickets cost £6.20 full / £4.50 concessions. To book call 0115 952 6611 or buy online at https//broadwaysales.clients.newmanonline.org.uk/book/

James Harkin is a writer and social forecaster and Director of Talks at the ICA in London. His book 'Cyburbia: The dangerous idea that's changing how we live and who we are', was published by Little, Brown in February.

Chaired by Margaret Robertson of GameCity, Nottingham's annual festival of gaming. Panelists include Rob Yescombe, who is currently Creative Director for Crytek UK; Christine White, Academic Team Leader for Narrative and Interactive Arts in the School of Art and Design at Nottingham Trent University, and James Harkin.

This event is part of the ScreenLit Festival of Film, TV & Writing at Broadway Cinema, Nottingham. Seven days of visiting authors, screenwriters, film premieres and parties. Learn more at www.broadway.org.uk/festival