Filmmaker Statement

Television was my window into the adult world as a child. It gave me the chance to observe humanity without needing to socially participate, which is something no real-life relationships could provide. This growing obsession grew into an infatuation, creating a warped lens that I saw the world through, which left me deeply unfulfilled with the monotony of the real world. Recognizing that I am not alone in this sentiment, I wanted to convey this feeling of disillusionment for others who may feel the same way. In my work, I like to subvert familiar tropes and cliches to explore darker themes that are rarely expressed in media. This film was made to give viewers the opportunity to question why they watch television, and to explore the deeper purpose that television serves in their lives. Do sitcoms help fill an inner void, or do they just make you feel more lonely? Is television meant to reflect and represent our reality, or is it just a means of entertainment? Living Reality repres