Filmmaker Statement

In an era of relentlessly consuming and producing content online, people have become accustomed to curating an idealized “self.” In many instances, this “self” is immaculate, fun, and exciting. It’s a highlight reel that can impress and even lead to stardom. But over the past couple of years, I’ve noticed a small shift towards vulnerability, authenticity, and openness in what we want from our social media. The gloss is still mainstream, but I think there’s a new desire for an emotional connection with other people online. Notice Me attempts to explore this idea of vulnerability online and question if it’s truly authentic and potentially a way to form genuine connections with a web-based audience or if just another way to commoditize our personal moments and curate how we are perceived. I don’t have the answer, but I think we should talk about it.