Project Detail

In Pericula: At Risk

Synopsis

A performer is filmed inside a Life Science Museum wearing a costume created from objects preserved and classified in the collections. Children recite the names of species on the red list whilst a scientist carefully labels specimens. The animated film explores themes of biodiversity and human/non-human life.

Details

Year
2022
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
6 min 11 sec
Format
Digital
Director
Daksha Patel
Producer
Daksha Patel
Editor
Daksha Patel
Director of Photography
Daksha Patel, Steve Iles
Principal cast
Gemma Higginsbotham

Production Status

Production Company

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