My Meaning
QUESTION
What is the meaning of life?
GOAL
Communicate complex themes from existential literature and philosophy in a visually accessible manner.
Project Overview
My Meaning was a personal project, blending my love for Russian literature with my passion for video as a means to communicate complex themes to broad audiences. I dabbled in everything — from scripting, to designing, to editing, and more.
The Process
Research
Delving into Russian literature and existential philosophy, I gleaned wisdom from Leo Tolstoy, Viktor Frankl, Susan Wolf, and more.
Organization
Given the vastness of the subject, I channeled clarity by segmenting the script into three pivotal questions.
Scripting
To capture genuine and fluid language, I interviewed myself. This helped me craft a script with an inviting tone, demystifying intricate themes for every listener.
I then handpicked stock footage, pairing poignant text with evocative imagery.
Designing
I designed and animated an orb to speak for me — it served as a faceless, universal representation of humanity to foster a connection with my narrative that every viewer can relate to.
Editing
Finally, I connected the dots, bringing everything together in Adobe After Effects.
Let’s connect!
I love meeting new people and learning new things.
NYC | CHI
m4d3l1n3s@gmail.com
