Genres: Experimental, Non-narrative
Mind Control Attempt No. 1 is the first in a series of short films designed to evoke specific sensations. This film is meant to challenge viewers’ sense of bodily control, creating a visceral experience of needing to use the bathroom.
The film layers a variety of images and sounds to create a both sense of urgency as well as tedium, in order to create an overall sensation of discomfort. The sound design plays a critical role, initially calming the viewer, before shifting to the overwhelming sounds of running water. The imagery is carefully crafted to support the sound, creating a visual language that reinforces the sensation of needing to use the bathroom.
Ultimately, the intention with Mind Control Attempt No. 1 is to challenge viewers to confront their own bodily sensations and to reflect on the power of suggestion and perception. I hope that this piece will inspire viewers to approach their sensory experiences with greater curiosity and awareness and to consider the ways in which their perceptions of the world can be shaped by external stimuli.
Awards:
2024 – Official Selection, On/Off (online screening), Sydney World Film Festival
2024 – Official Selection, On/Off (online screening), Toronto Film Week
2023 – Official Selection, Langley City Film Festival, Stock Film (19+ Category)
2023 – Couch Film Festival, Summer 2023, 1:00-5:00 Minutes, Best Experimental Category Award Nominee
2023 – Experimental Brasil, Official Selection, Experimental Abstraction
2023 – Student World Impact Film Festival, Semi-Finalist, Best Super Short Film
2023 – Stockholm City Film Festival, May 2023, Official Selection
