Α VR journey into the mythical Underworld exploring themes of grief and loss. It offers a reflection on how grief is one of the most powerful, painful, universal experiences of being human. It immerses the viewer on a mystical journey through ancient realms and weaves a rich sonic tapestry of voices together with striking visuals.
The Descent
The Descent
64th TIFF: European Premiere
Screening Schedule
No physical screenings scheduled. |
- Direction: Tatiana Collet Apraxine
- Producers: Tatiana Collet Apraxine
- Production Country: UK, France
- Production Year: 2022
- Duration: 14'
- Awards/Distinctions: Immerse UK Award (Digital Art and Creative Storytelling Category)
Tatiana Collet Apraxine
Tatiana is a French VR director/creator and real time artist living in London. Tatiana extensively trained and worked as a theatre practitioner before transitioning to the VR/XR world. She completed her MA in Immersive Storytelling from Royal Holloway in 2022 and is deeply fascinated by the potential of VR and XR to alter our sense of presence and consciousness, and to enhance the impact of the age-old art of telling stories. Her VR short film The Descent won the inaugural Immerse UK Award in the Digital Art and Creative Storytelling category, and is longlisted for the Lumen Prize 2023. She is currently an artist in residence with Mediale, supported by Jerwood Arts, and Sage Gateshead, exploring the theme of “Truth and Testimony.”
