Morning

Morning is a deeply personal exploration of the psychological toll that depression and isolation can have on the human psyche, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The lockdowns and social distancing left many of us physically distanced from others, but it also created an emotional distance that many continue to struggle with. This film is my attempt to capture the raw and often intangible experience of living in solitude, feeling disconnected, and confronting an inner world overwhelmed by despair.

The inspiration behind Morning came from my own reflections on how the pandemic affected mental health—how the absence of regular social interaction, the loss of routine, and the uncertainty of the world outside contributed to an overwhelming sense of powerlessness. I wanted to bring to life the various phases of depression, not through dialogue or overt explanation, but through a visual, experimental language that feels as disorienting, isolating, and heavy as the experience itself.

In a world where so many suffer silently, Morning is meant to give voice to those feelings of loneliness and hopelessness, making them visible on screen in an attempt to foster understanding and empathy. I hope that audiences can feel the weight of what it's like to be trapped within your own mind, and perhaps recognize elements of their own struggles in the images and emotions the film conveys.

This project is not just a reflection of my own experiences, but an invitation for others to pause and consider the invisible burdens that many people are carrying—especially in a time when mental health struggles often go unspoken.