We're All Going to the World's Fair
dir. Jane Schoenbrun · 2022
The experience of being alive often involves navigating the blurred lines between reality and illusion, as individuals seek connection and meaning in an increasingly isolating world.
Feature
Psychological Horror
Mood
Dark / Contemplative
Look
intimate, dimly lit spaces with a looming sense of dread
Structure
character-driven, with a focus on internal conflict
Plot
Reality and fantasy begin to blur when a teenager, alone in her attic bedroom, immerses herself in a role-playing horror game online.
Why watch
"We're All Going to the World's Fair" masterfully intertwines the eerie allure of online horror with the poignant struggles of teenage isolation. This film invites viewers to navigate the dark corridors of digital existence, where reality blurs and the unknown becomes a haunting companion.
Talking points
- the impact of technology on identity
- the nature of fear in the digital age
- the role of isolation in mental health
- and the significance of online communities in adolescence
Cultural context
the rise of digital identityteenage mental health awarenessthe impact of online communitiespandemic-era isolation