Experiencing Interruptions?

Duct Tape Solves Everything

This short film was made to show a day in a life of someone going through mental health issues/illnesses, such as this girl who goes through anxiety and depression.

The duct tape in this film symbolizes a facade (a temporary “fix”) of the girl's insecurities, which are written on her body. From the girl's pain of concealing her emotions, we want to show that this way of living life with a mask on will not work out in the long run.

  • Natalie Omori-Hoffe
    Director
    Director
  • Marina Ten Have
    Director
    Assistant Director
  • Natalie Omori-Hoffe
    Producer
    Video Editor
  • Marina Ten Have
    Producer
    Filmer
  • Natalie Omori-Hoffe
    Key Cast
    "Natalie"
    Actress
  • Natalie Omori-Hoffe
    Writer
    Storyboard and Screenplay Writer
  • Sarah Yoshimi Tropp
    Writer
    Screenplay Inspiration
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    short, narrative, mental illness, mental health, depression, anxiety
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 53 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 1, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    Japan
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes
  • BAM! Festival
    California
  • ENIMATION International Film Festival
    Maribor
    Slovenia
Director Biography - Natalie Omori-Hoffe, Marina Ten Have

My name is Natalie Omori-Hoffe. I'm a Japanese-American that currently lives in Singapore. I'm 19-years-old and go by the pronouns she/her/hers. I am working towards a psychology and film double major at Brandeis University.

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Director Statement

Since I was 12, I've been producing a variety of films ranging from music videos to short narrative films. I strive to continue improving on my video production skills. This specific film that I act in relates to my own personal experience and I hope it can connect to others as well to remind people that they are not alone in their struggles.