Vertical White

About This Movie

Vertical White is an intriguing piece that subtly challenges our perceptions of space and movement. Fiona Tan's choice to frame the incessant flow of traffic through a static lens, almost like a painting or a window into another world, is fascinating. It creates this almost hypnotic rhythm, drawing you into the nocturnal life of West Los Angeles. The pacing is deliberate, offering room to breathe and contemplate. There’s a juxtaposition of chaos and stillness that really resonates, inviting viewers to consider the urban experience in a new light. It's a distinctive blend of the cinematic and the static, making you feel both connected and removed from the scene. Not your typical traffic film for sure, but it sticks with you somehow.

Focuses on urban life through a static lensChallenges traditional traffic film narrativesAtmospheric and contemplative viewing experience