“Datura” explores the roles of cause and effect in our lives, contemplating the notion that desire leads us to everything.
The film shows the contrast between the inner/ outside world of the individual. the work extends the concept of the human gaze as it manipulates the audience’s perception of spacing and interpretation of art.

Credits

Kelvin Zhu: Director
Kelvin Zhu: Writer
Jimmy Wu: Producer
Josh Ongcol: Key Cast, “Person”

Specifications

Project Title (Original Language): 苦集灭道
Project Type: Experimental, Short, Student
Genres: Experimental, Installation
Runtime: 15 minutes 33 seconds
Completion Date: May 3, 2019
Production Budget: 10,000 USD
Country of Origin: Canada
Country of Filming: Canada
Language: Chinese
Shooting Format: Digital
Aspect Ratio: 2.4:1
Film Color: Color
First-time Filmmaker: Yes
Student Project: Yes

Screenings / Awards

THE SHOW 2019 | EMILY CARR UNIVERSITY OF ART & DESIGN VANCOUVER
Canada
May 3, 2019
“OUTSIDE THE BOX” – Emily Carr University of Art+Design Media Installation Awards 2019