Where ?

Every work comes from somewhere.

Where explores the places connected to the works featured on Etoile.Media. From countries and cities to regions and cultural environments, discover where ideas were born, creations were made and stories took shape.

Explore works through geography, uncover their origins and discover how places and cultures can influence the way we create, think and express ourselves.



Countries

FAQ

“Where” explores the places connected to a work or creation. It focuses on where ideas were born, works were created, stories took shape or cultural influences originated.

You can explore works through their geographical origins, including countries, cities, regions and other places connected to their creation or development.

Where something comes from can strongly influence its identity. Geography can shape culture, traditions, languages, ideas, artistic styles and the way people create and express themselves.

Countries are one of the main ways to explore the geographical dimension of a work. They identify the country or countries connected to its origin, creation, development or cultural context.

Yes. Some works are created across borders or involve creators, studios, organizations or influences from several countries. When relevant, multiple countries can therefore be associated with the same work.

No. Where focuses on geographical origin and context, while Creators focuses on the people behind a work. A creator may also be connected to a different country from the place where the work was created.

No. Where explores geographical context, while When explores the time period associated with a work. Together, they can provide a clearer picture of when and where something emerged.

Yes. A work may be associated with a specific city as well as the country in which that city is located. This allows Etoile.Media to explore geographical connections at different levels.

Yes. A work can be influenced by a culture, place or region without being physically created there. Where can therefore reflect both origin and relevant geographical context.

The Where filter allows you to discover connections between works through geography. It can reveal how different countries, cities and cultures contribute to the ideas, creations and knowledge shared across Etoile.Media.

Yes. Combining Where with filters such as When, Creators, What, Why or Universes allows you to explore a work from several different perspectives and discover connections that may not be visible through a single filter.