My Friend in Red

Imaginary friends is a concept that is close to my heart, but I’ve always struggled to find a story about them that resonated with me.
In today’s world, these stories are usually locked for children under teen ages, and those that depict an adult are quickly thrown with the concept of mental illness. Adding on, they are usually binary in their endings, with protagonists often choosing to let go of their imagined companions to embrace reality. The media stigmatism makes sharing these experiences as a young adult extremely awkward and uncomfortable. I personally feel there is a lack of accurate representation in the nuances of having a relationship with a friend who’s on a different plane of existence.
It is for these reasons, I strived to make a silent film that captured the kinship between a girl and her imaginary friend. My film uses 2D and 3D characters, minimal background elements, and watercolour textures to explore Minnie’s introspective world. The film is a glimpse into her memories and feelings of loneliness, and happiness with her imaginary friend, Ay.