
GENESIA
THE STORY
Genesia unfolds with the enigmatic allure of a black sphere, a visual metaphor for genesis, exploration, and the venture into the unknown. An evocative voiceover accompanies a mesmerizing sequence of Earth seen from space, featuring water, majestic mountains, and birds soaring through wisps of clouds. The film seamlessly transitions to the depths of the ocean, teasing nature's mysteries, and introduces an astronaut in space, reaching out toward an elusive presence.
As the camera gracefully moves over a forest canopy, the black sphere re-emerges in another shot, where the camera moves through a clearing. We then see a close-up revealing black and red berries, their ripe bodies glistening in the sunlight, creating a moment of ethereal beauty. Suddenly, a cosmic shift occurs, propelling us into the vastness of space. A black hole, the universe's most powerful force, commands attention, with the astronaut we saw earlier adrift in the cosmic sea.
The tension intensifies as the astronaut reaches out to us, the audience, seeking salvation from their descent towards the fiery depths of a sun-like star. Yet, we remain powerless witnesses, unable to alter their fate. A poignant moment unfolds as we lose sight of them, contemplating the haunting possibility that it might be too late.
In a mesmerizing twist, the narrative transports us to an otherworldly realm where particles, akin to consciousness and thought, elegantly swirl and dance. These captivating elements, beautiful and unpredictable in their movements, mirror the intricacies of the human mind. Within this enchanting dance, a profound sense of introspection takes hold.
As the voiceover gracefully concludes, the music swells, guiding us through a profound exploration of the subconscious. The journey delves even deeper, culminating in a thought-provoking conclusion. Each revelation is unique, intentionally left for the audience to discover, a personal connection fostered during their extended sojourn in this world—a symbolic representation of their own consciousness, unveiled through the time granted for reflection.
DIRECTED BY
Robin Myles
WRITTEN BY
Alex Africa
