Reimagined Volume III: Young Thang

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Director Melissa Joyner
Year 2024
Runtime 16 min
Country United States
Language English

Synopsis

Balloon on a vibrant journey with Young Thang, a curious girl navigating a world of hidden wisdom and untapped power. This place she calls home, a tapestry woven from the threads of beetles, grass blades, wind, fireflies, and amorphic natural elements.

As the sole human in The Community, who deem humans dangerous, she grapples with her uniqueness and the desire to belong. Young Thang finds solace in her second skin, a shield from the world's expectations. However, the more she clings to this comfort, the more she distances herself from her Self.

The true essence of Young Thang is both intricate and vibrant, a vivid portrayal of her innate beauty. Through trials and self-discovery, she uncovers the profound lesson that acceptance and trust in oneself can unlock unimaginable power.

This VR animated film beckons you to immerse yourself in a world where imagination transcends limitations, and wonder holds the key to overcoming challenges. Join Young Thang as she learns to listen to wisdom, trust her instincts, and embrace her full Self.

Screenings

10:00

VR Sala Vasconcelos

VR 360 Official Selection

Friday 19.7.
10:00

VR Sala Vasconcelos

VR 360 Official Selection

Saturday 20.7.
10:00

VR Lobby Teatro de la Ciudad

VR 360 Official Selection

Friday 26.7.
10:00

VR Lobby Teatro de la Ciudad

VR 360 Official Selection

Saturday 27.7.
10:00

VR Lobby Teatro de la Ciudad

VR 360 Official Selection

Sunday 28.7.

Cast and crew

Director Melissa Joyner
Producer Julie Cavaliere, Michaela Ternasky Holland , Ryan Genji Thomas , Melissa Joyner , Zoe Roellin
Writer Melissa Joyner
Cast Julyza Commodore, Debra Wilson, Nicola Delgado, John Eric Bentley, Chris Paul Morales, Rebecca Lee Lerman, Jackie Alexander
Music Simon TaufiQue
Sound Frank Lubsey
Animation Alissar Kobeissi, Lucas Smarker, Eric Giessmann, Jp Brower, Nick Ladd
Art Director Zoe Roellin, Tyler Friedel

Director's bio:
Melissa Joyner is a director, writer, actor, vocalist, and professor with an authentic approach. She honed her craft under esteemed mentors, including the iconic Dr. Maya Angelou. Melissa's dedication led her to earn an MFA from The Actors Studio, solidifying a foundation for her multifaceted career.Her writing and directorial debut, Reimagined Volume III: Young Thang, also known as The Young Thang with 2 Skins; or, she was not really ugly, but beautiful, as she was born with two skins fable is keen storytelling that blends thoughtful narrative, emotional depth, and strong visual prowess.

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