In any world where identity is important, the camera is going to be a focal point of observation. In Slow River, in response to Tok’s “Find something,” an admonishment to keep Lore sane with the parents she has, Lore acquires a camera and edit board. Lore’s filmography becomes a very important part of the book. It shows not only the fluidity of identity, but shows first how perception of identity can change things. “Lore’s first projects are wish fulfillment,” and are of her parents happy together.