Unfolding (2023)

Unfolding is an experimental short film by Anne Fehres and Luke Conroy, that reflects on the relationship between nature and humanity through an absurd ‘wellness session’. Set in the year 2070, the audience observes a session titled ‘Guided By Nature’ where a futuristic figure is instructed to undertake a variety of bodily positions and thought exercises at the instruction of an off-screen narrator.

Drawing upon the typical tropes of the 21st Century wellness industry, the session initially appears to be a harmonious and reassuring experience. Gradually, however, the session begins contradicting such expectations as it takes on an uncomfortable tone and thematic focus. Slowly the off-screen narrator is revealed to be a personification of air itself. Frustrated by playing the role of comforting guide, the narrator breaks from script and highlights humanity’s perilous yet essential relationship with the natural world.

U N F O L D I N G, 2023, 4K, Full Version: 14:52 min, color, stereo sound

Directed & Written: ANNE FEHRES
Written & Edited: LUKE CONROY
Sound design & Music: JIM ZWEERTS
Starring: DAVID SEFERINO / MAROULA ILIOPOULOU / ANTHONY BLOKDIJK
Voice over: ERIC BOWIE / EMMA TIGAN / BENJAMIN BRUNKEN / JULIETTE-MELODY HUGHES

The film will officially premiere during the International Film Festival Karlsruhe, which will take place from 19-23 April 2023.

Supported by Filmboard Karlsruhe