Vertical Wide

About This Movie

Vertical Wide is a fascinating exploration of urban life, directed by Fiona Tan. It's not your run-of-the-mill traffic film; the static camera captures the relentless pulse of West LA's night-time traffic, but you're left with this odd sense of detachment. The framing feels more like you're peering out of a window or gazing at an abstract painting, which plays with your expectations. The pacing is slow yet hypnotic, almost meditative, forcing you to engage with the movement of cars as if they're a living entity. The atmosphere is thick with the sounds of the city, yet you’re isolated, reflecting on the relationship between space and human activity. It’s distinct—definitely not for everyone, but it’ll stick with you in a way that’s hard to shake off.

Static camera work enhances the abstract feel.Themes of isolation amidst urban connectivity.Pacing invites deep contemplation.