Aphorisms for a Wounded World

Comforting messages from the artistic backstreets.

  • Robert David Duncan
    Director
    https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5399017
  • Robert David Duncan
    Writer
    https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5399017
  • Robert David Duncan
    Producer
    https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5399017
  • Robert David Duncan
    Key Cast
    "Alley Philosopher"
    https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5399017
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short
  • Genres:
    art film, artist film, AI art, digital art, machine learning, algorithm
  • Runtime:
    11 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    September 29, 2021
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Robert David Duncan

My core training in acting is from the Stella Adler Studio in New York. I love acting and filmmaking and Vancouver where I now live is a beautiful place to make films. I am interested in the dramas, delights, passions and heartbreaks that take place in everyday interactions (or lack thereof) between ordinary people. Most of my films have dealt with human-scale issues such as tough choices, love, dreams, hope and finding meaning and fun in life. I love an underdog story! My motto is don't let anything get in the way of telling a story that might uplift someone - film it with your smartphone if that's what you have, but get it done and share it with the world.

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Director Statement

Imagine a somewhat surreal art show with the artist sharing some words about each piece in the form of comforting aphorisms for a world in pain. In this imaginary place, built from AI-enhanced digital art, we travel though a mystical set of alleys that reveal their truth and beauty. A calm film for hectic times - relax, and enjoy the words, the images and the messages. Be inspired!