Winner of the Grand Jury Prize for Best VR Immersive Work at the 78th Venice International Film Festival, through mind-bending animation GOLIATH: PLAYING WITH REALITY explores the power of gaming communities in this true story of so-called ‘schizophrenia’.
Echo (narrated by Tilda Swinton) guides you through the many realities of Goliath, a man who spent years isolated in psychiatric institutions but finds connection in multiplayer games. Combining heart-felt dialogue, mesmerising visuals and symbolic interactions, journey through multiple worlds to uncover Goliath's poignant story.
The full 25-minute version of GOLIATH: PLAYING WITH REALITY is available to book in timed slots on 10–11 August and will be preceded by a special panel discussion with the creators of GOLIATH on 9 August.
Part of Sheffield Film Festival.
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