Phobias and Annoyances
Phobias and Annoyances is a stop motion film which features irrational fears viewers might have had as children, as well as fears that may continue on until present day. This short film also includes annoyances that people may partake in without realizing it. This stop motion film includes scenes and sounds that are meant to intentionally make the audience experience discomfort to some degree. By incorporating scenes highlighting the motion of pen clicking to the sound of obnoxious chewing of food, the film becomes an annoyance in itself. Irrational fears are often thought of as elusive due to the fact that most fears included in the film can be ruled out. In no instance will one find a monster scrambling through their closet, nor will they encounter a shark in a swimming pool.
As an artist, I am interested in pushing the boundaries of what can be viewed as art through this film, as well as the boundaries of the type of art I create. A common theme in my prior works of art are typically of growth, healing, as well as transformation in some way, shape or form. This stop motion film was experimental in regards to the theme of which I chose to portray throughout the duration of the film. Throughout the film, varying angles allow the viewer to experience these instances in a manner that brings them up close to facing their fears and pet peeves. The overall goal of this work was to purposely have the audience encounter sights and sounds they would otherwise avoid or dislike.
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