Ngl it felt like a 'Love, death and robot' episode!! Great work!! ❤

My thoughts: she was using virtual reality as a form of escape. In it she finds peace and later the intoxicating excitement and rush of life. Both she and the viewer assume that she needs the virtual world because the real world is too terrible to live in. Only when she is forced to disconnect does she find something she didn't expect: The real world does have peace. And all the people who experienced those amazing things are there, living those experiences. And their true, real forms are even more incredible than what the virtual world could simulate. She is incredible, and her life can be incredible and full of beauty and excitement, if she would just go out and live it.

i love the story of the main character living in ai simulation her whole life of escapism like a drug showing in one color each scene and wanting more becomes over whelming until she rips it off introducing herself to the real world burst of color all at once sees herself in a new light for the very first time, at least that's what i learnt. Amazing cinematography, and storytelling with color Congrats on winning so many Awards you Deserve it .

When A.I. said, "I'm sorry, your head-space is no longer compatible with this reality," I felt that. 😑

As an old guy confused by how the youngsters talk and with my social awkwardness and disconnection from how most folks talk, this was a powerful video about balacing you and them while maintaining sanity and self.

Solarpunk future with friends > isolated technocapitalism. Thank you for creating and sharing this! Your art really matters. :)

How this has so little views is a pure mystery to me! This is gorgous!

This film highlights a problem in youtube: you can only like something once! This is amazing!

The choice of medium was on-point. Rotoscoping "superimposes" a form onto you, similarly to how digital avatars, especially in VR, are superimpositions. On top of that, this rotoscoping was done using 3D models! I don't know if all this was intentional in the choice, but even if not it's a neat coincidence.

This is just on another level. You guys werent afraid to experiment something different which led to this visual masterpiece.

absolutely no way. I REFUSE TO LET THIS GO BY WITHOUT THE APPRECIATION IT DESERVES. This was PHENOMENAL!

That touch in the mirror, slowly learning to accept yourself? Heart dropping (and tear dropping). Friggen magnificent. Beautiful work to the whole team!!

The story is in the title "People Person." When she takes the vr stuff off, she see's people, but they're all one person(Her). [Alternative Meaning] Nice work.

this is a story and animation styles that qualifies to be on the next season of "Love, Death and Robots". perfection!

This is what animation is all about. *THIS* is why I want to be in the animation industry. *This* is the future :D

I love when YT recommends random gems. This is what I live for, truly. 💎

And remember we could've gotten batman beyond in this animation style. We were robbed fr.

The animation style, ambiance and lighting is breathtaking. It feels like an anime version of blade runner with a dystopian version of detroit become human

Oo! The chip in the side of the head reminds me of an animated short film called “Best Friend.” Have you seen that by chance? It’s a completely different story line, but I like seeing different takes on the purpose of them. Every story is told differently, and I thought this was a neat one. Best of luck with future projects!

This is one of the most breathtaking works of art I have ever witnessed. To me it felt like breaking away from one’s social media addiction, which I had for years. Thank you, really, from the bottom of my heart. Please keep doing what you do, the world needs stories and art like this.

This is why i love short films. Theyre usually so experimentive, and filled to the brim with passion, storytelling, deep meaning, and style. You guys have and are always going to have a bright future in artistic creations. Thank you for all your hard work and talent, poured into this film!

This reminds me of my late-night thoughts that when we die, we will become one consciousness because ego is what separates us in living brains.

Incredibly unique visual style with a great scifi story!

As an animator this is one of the most genuinely inspiring things I have ever seen.

Cant wait to see this blow up. Not only was this expertly done, but the aritistic choice of color, medium and story shows the passion behind it. Rotoscope deserves so much more attention and yall nailed it. More people need to see this. Its a story so relatable yet so original, that i believe it really could help some people out there. As someone whos gone through their own existencial crisis, this very much hit home and reminded me that escapism only goes so far before it hurts you. Gah damn, I'd watch a whole show of this. Amazing job to you and your team. Im looking forward to future projects for sure

I've watched this so much the last few hours, and I still don't fully understand. Things I've noticed that I think I understand: the vr is their release and escape from their current life and back to the remnant of a feeling of bliss as a child- hence the initial disk being in a meadow, like the memory of a rare moment of human connection they cherish. However as well, this method of escape was founded and taught to them as a child as well, as seen with them beside their parents also in vr. The bootleg disk found in the trash is a prototype or illegally modified version of the new official one which was advertised- perhaps the official one is supposed to be you experiencing new things- not you experiencing new people. Also, perhaps such extremes as seen in the bootleg are not intended. In the bootleg, we see a meadow experience interrupted, a mime fighting then experiencing regret- pretty sure the elderly by the painting is the same person (mustache/ same eye color)- also they're likely still fighting, someone committing die, someone speeding away from police but getting caught, someone getting high at a party and possibly overdoing it, and two lovers loving and creating life. Every one of these lives seems to have some contradiction, as real life would I guess: peace brutally interrupted, a violent one who doesn't speak seems to have a loud inner voice, feeling bliss when committing die, fleeing fast for the thrill of escape but being finally caught, the love club is just getting high by yourself, and a dispassionate wedding leads to a new life. The break breaks, they flee to try and recover, they crash, they fall, they rip out the very thing causing it all, and then see the world anew- real laughter, real birds, real color. They encounter their reflection once more, but instead of resisting the act of grounding and remaining in a colorless world, they ground, they reflect, and then wtf the person people are back. Things I've noticed that I don't understand: After the initial vr session they went to a sync machine to make the return, it then said it was syncing, but then stated that due to an issue they need to find a sync machine to restore to a normal headspace- so, did they not want to restore at that time or is it just some flaw in the system? Also, who was the additional person with the looped earrings in the bootleg that texted them- was it them or? Lastly, the mole- it's always on the right side of their face, except for the initial reflection scene- maybe this is why they were shocked upon sight of their reflection the second time and not the first. In the final reflection scene it mirrors like an actual mirror, but in that first one it swaps sides- you'd think they hit reality in the end hence the sudden vibrancy, but then you see the characters from before and you wonder, but then you watch again and see the mole thing and wonder was any of it real at all? I'm so confused, yet so moved. I can relate in ways- really, what's real anymore?

The little flickery movment following the perspective of the the character it's beautiful

This made me wanna touch grass :3

Beautiful use of rotoscope. I really hope that more and more people will use it. For a short with minimal dialogue, you've all managed to tell a wonderful story as well. The use of over-saturation and over-stimulation, at least to me, really captured the desire many people have for a 'realer-than-real' experience; so much stimuli going on it drowns out everything else (the good as well as the bad), and makes the real world seem bland by contrast. That's to say nothing of the many people pointing out the mental health aspects, which I see as well. Happy to see her break out of her cycle of addiction. In the end, she can't fully say "I'm okay"--but you also know that she's committed to reaching a place where she can say that. And I relate to that a lot. There's been many times in my life where I'm just "I'm...". To each and every person who made this work possible: I love each and every one of you, as one human being to another. You are wonderful, and I hope you can say "I'm okay".

First of all: this is a god damn masterpiece! Thank you so much for it. Second: just to bring up a new idea: what if the last part wasn’t the reality and more that this disc makes a copy of your brain/ personality/ everything and uploads it into the game. So when she ripped out the vr- thing she died and what we saw was the copy. That could be why the people from the game showed up in that reality. I do see the reasons why this might be wrong but I do like the idea that they all came from the dark world and found piece there.

The coolest thing I’ve ever seen!!!!!! Stunning. Captivating. Legendary.

The imagery and visual design in this is top tier. I like the Bladerunner aesthetics but overall it reminds me of the Neuromancer universe.

Cool story. Trippy premise. Fun to watch. Eye candy. Ear candy. Relatable main character. Ambiguous ending. I think that's pretty much all I could ask for in a short film. Great job--well done..

Reminds me of Keiichi Matsuda/bladerunner (heavy on the Black lotus vibes) depiction of the future reality. Also I just found it funny how this "future" is still using floppy disks for almost everything like its just programmed into society. I'm just thinking about all the old tech we stopped breaking new ground with, and how different life would be if we kept up with them. I'm already thinking for example Laser disc (already coming back funny enough) , vhs tapes, and my all time favorite CRT's. oh what I would give for such a reality lol.

this is pretty cool, though unclear what really happened at the end, I guess it's anyone's interpretation... did she actually remove the implant and finally notice the people she'd been ignoring so far, or did she just get trapped into the experience, as herself? either way, it's cool

I wonder how she can walk the street so calmly with the assassin's creed low health disorientating effect

Probably the most fleshed out and riveting short film experiences ive ever had. Gorgeous cinematography, and really immersive sound design

This is one of the most insane animations I've ever seen, absolute masterpiece. Seriously, amazing work!

What a freaking WOOOW. WHAT I JUST SAW?!?

This is POWERFUL! Made me cry!!! You are an amazing artist and I hope to see more of your work soon!!

Amazzing. Any chance for some process / behind the scenes short talk? Would love to see character sketches, stroryboards, etc.

So incredibly beautiful. The music fits perfectly, the animation is gorgeous and expressive. The plot is relatable and unique, everything about this is so grand.

Cool animation, immersive sound design, and a thought-provoking story! Nice work team.

When you work so much on a project you quickly disconnect from the reason for everything. this masterpiece made me remember. thanks

This was an epic dive into the rabbit hole of identity. I have a firm grasp on reality and know who I am, but my confidence is just a house of cards. Thank you for this trip.

Really awesome, loved the style and ambiance! And a little retro-futurism with the floppy disks and modem connection tone 😁

So slick & ultra cool!🌹💎💜

Just been watching this inside Club Atlas inside Banter VR. Fulldive is comming. Great story, art style and I'm loving the colors. Thankyou.❤

This is very profound, reminds me of myself where I have lived on the internet for so long, playing video games etc to the point where this seems more of reality than well...reality.

This is incredible! the animation, the voice acting, the music- EVERYTHING!

Wow, just wow. The art style, story, music… wow. I can’t say any more.

I had been following the short for a while now, I wasn't sure what to expect, but not this!!! Truly such an incredible work from everyone, excited for what lays in the future for everyone on the project:)!!! Congrats Ry, Duncan, and everyone else on the team

Original and profound, A lto can be conveyed in 15minutes! I loved this. Cried a lil bit...

I’ve seen a short film with a very similar niche to this with the virtual reality being in a chip in the same place in the head as well. So I’m not the most sure if this is completely original though the art style is completely different and amazing and the story is a bit different so I’ll give whoever made this a thumbs up.

With so much content on social media that we blindly thumb our way through, it was wonderful to stumble onto something that had me watching from end to end. This is a genius short film and so just so relevant. Well done.

I’m so surprised by the small amount of views this has, this is the best animated short film I’ve seen! The colors and the movement it’s all so impressive.

This is an absolute masterpiece. FANTASTIC all around! Top notch animation, storytelling, editing, sound, everything. Seriously love this!

Found this via reddit - mind-blowingly well done. Thank you so much for making and sharing it. :)

all I can say is WOW. this hit on a multitude of levels. phenomenal message conveyance. loved every second of it. this film deserves global recognition

This is so beautiful! I love all the choices of colors, and the cyberpunk atmosphere is so well done.

this is so cool. reminds me of reality shifting. and incorporating this technological reality with integrated VR into futuristic humans is so awesome. makes me so excited for how the future will look and what technology is capable of. animation is so incredible, thank you 💗 it’s so magical to look at the world as a reflection of the self, and this is such a beautiful, gorgeous animation to show it.

Truly another master piece from the animators of yt. Too bad these wonderful pieces of art don't get as much attention as they deserve. 9/10 short film : )

Amazing work, deep and fantastic story!

Not enough likes, not enough subscribers. Here, have one of both! This is truly amazing :)

Damn, now I want a whole show, and a season for each of these characters

THIS IS INCREDIBLE! I am honestly blown away by the editing and the visuals, this feels like an entirely new art style MADE for cinema, it’s so beautiful. I think the beginning would be enhanced if there was more bass because it nearly gave me goosebumps! What are your top inspirations? I saw a bit of Alberto Mielgo in here!

Great work! it looks beautiful and portrays a unique and inspiring story! absolutely stunning!!!

This is absolutely stunning, I'm literally mesmerised!!! This is such a gorgeous animation, I loved it so much. Especially with the fluidity, and the colours.. and I could really connect with the main character around the sentiment of having the urge to escape reality. Such a beautiful piece, I appreciate everyone who worked on it! I look forward to more stuff like this, it's amazing :)) ❤❤

This was absolutely stunning❤❤❤needs more views, just gorgeous 🔥

THIS DESERVES SO MUCH MORE RECOGNITION! This is truly amazing. Please, keep on going with the wonderful short films. It looks so wonderful!

amazing, the style of this short film is captivating and unique

ISSO É INCRÍVEL! COMO QUE SÓ TEM 18 MIL VISUALIZAÇÕES?! Arrepiei do começo ao fim

Beautiful work of art everything about this was put together perfectly! I never seen anything like it and I’m blow away!

Its looks amazing! I hope your work will bring you a fame.

Wow! That’s so gorgous! The style, the animation itself, I mean… I love it. I am definitaly saving it for future tě-waches and shearing with other people. Like I kinda get why is youtube not recomending this video that much (the slow start) but… screw youtube algorithm! This is a masterpiece and it deserves to be shown as much as possible!

This was great. I can’t get over this art style you have here. The environment is so well made too.

THIS IS GREATT!!! THANKYOU FOR MAKING THIS!

This movie is amazing it reminds me of the animated cyber punk

I heard "Feel Me Tonight" during that montage of the main character switching between different personas and I had to immediately get that song.

this is beautiful! everyone needs to share this! amazing work!!! thank you for sharing this!

Easily the best addition to the cyberpunk aesthetic I've ever seen

This was one of the best short films ive ever seen!

Excellent work. Love the twist ending. So much said so clearly yet with so few words. And rotoscoping still lives!

Cool stuff, pretty unique visual style

wow, this was amazing, absolutely great, i loved it ALL!!

I just stumbled in to the world of animated shorts on KZfaq and holy crap this is awesome! Chills!

This is stunningly beautiful, and I adore how it handles its cyberpunk themes in such a tender way. What an absolute work of art

Perfectly made. I enjoyed this

Amazing. Love the story, the ending, the facial expressions, the camera work, the animation and the effort put in the backgrounds. I will say one thing though. The amount of drowning and flickering colors made it straining on the eyes even though I understand that is kinda the point but still.

literally deserves all the awards in the world.

wholeheartedly deserved those awards

What an amazing work! The art, the light, the color palette, the storytelling... I loved it.

This is so great at capturing the feeling of being in your own head and completely disconnected from the world around you, a common feeling in the world today sometimes. Amazing work guys.

This definitely took the meaning of wanting to escape reality and losing sense of who you actually are gradually over time and made it a masterpiece😍

This is fantastic!

So beautiful and colorful. I was captivated by the dread she felt when she was forced out and felt her loss. The colorful world was so overwhelming and beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. Thank you and your team for this amazing artwork. Did such a great job.

OMG !! This was an gorgeous piece of work. The colors, effects, and sounds, animation was awesome. Love to see more!

WOW!! just WOW!

This is an incredible masterpiece. 🌸💮🌸 I would like subtitles to be available.

This was exceptionally well written. Very memorable.