Castle of Unknowing is a rendered virtual reality (VR) experience presented as visual poem. As VR is a nascent technology, content is still limited, and methods of storytelling are not yet formalized. My film seeks to expand the breadth of what types of narratives are being told with this medium. The project is an immersive, experiential narrative imbued with symbolism. The viewer moves through a fixed sequence as they are taken on a journey which mixes elements of sci-fi, fairy tale, and surrealism. It utilizes compelling visuals and sound instead of traditional narrative to evoke an emotional response within the viewer. The immersive aspect of VR allows for the reification of surreal visuals which metaphorically convey an inward journey, creating a sense of mystery and inquiry within the viewer. The experience reframes the relationship of subject and object, making the spectator a participant in a surrealist allegory exploring the themes of suffering and transformation. To view the experience visit: https://youtu.be/Vsr4swts1X4
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:ucf.edu/oai:stars.library.ucf.edu:etd2020-2099 |
| Date | 01 January 2022 |
| Creators | Thorn-Hauswirth, Damian |
| Publisher | STARS |
| Source Sets | University of Central Florida |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Source | Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2020- |
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