Seeking Mavis Beacon Trad

Synopsis

This documentary investigates the disappearance and legacy of the Haitian-born cover model who became known as Mavis Beacon, the face of the typing software that taught millions around the world. As two DIY detectives search for the woman behind the image, the film reexamines the influence of one of the most recognizable Black women in technology and raises questions about identity, visibility, and artificial intelligence. Trad