Selfies

Selfies

2018 · 4 min · ★ 7.3 · Animation, Documentary

In a veritable firework display of digital self-portraits, hundreds of quaint, embarrassing and dreadfully disturbing selfies were arranged in a unique short film composition. Single photos, artistically reworked, consolidate to form a ghastly grin that outshines the abyss of human existence.

Directed by Claudius Gentinetta

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