Placing as a finalist in the GlobeDocs 2024 Emerging Filmmaker Contest Festival for the Boston Globe, my senior thesis revolved around exploring the powerful connections between the body, sound, and visual communication through an experimental performance piece presented as a video installation. Guided by Professor Kledia Spiro at Northeastern University, I aimed to challenge the norms of traditional artistic expression and push the boundaries of what we expect from art in Boston.

Recognizing the absence of emotionally engaging and experimental work in the local arts scene, I focused my research on connecting with artists who felt limited by a reluctance to explore provocative ideas.. Through conversations and focus groups, I discovered a collective desire for more space to dive into complex emotions and tell richer stories. "Remember Me (please, please, please)" became my way of addressing this—creating an experience that evokes strong feelings and encourages viewers to engage on a deeper level.

The piece is designed to draw people into a trance-like state, allowing for open interpretation and personal reflection. I aimed to push others to break free from conventional boundaries and feel something profound. Success for me within this project wasn’t about achieving a specific emotional reaction; it was about sparking diverse conversations and connections among viewers.

Thanks to semi-funding from Northeastern, I was able to bring this vision to life in a real-world installation, bridging the gap between digital media and physical space. "Remember Me (please, please, please)" not only showcases my experience design capabilities but also reflects my commitment to challenging the Boston art scene, encouraging us all to connect more deeply with our emotions and each other.

Research brief and user research available upon request.

TEAM: Cali Cardenas (videographer), Ekko Greenbaum (choreographer), Molly Jane Dunne, Nick Zuluaga, Jacob Schmitt (dancers), Chloe Cowan (production assistant).