A monthly film series promoting professional and community education on issues pertaining to mental health and illness. Presented by The Cinematheque and the Institute of Mental Health, UBC Department of Psychiatry. Screenings are generally held on the third Wednesday of each month at The Cinematheque, 1131 Howe St, Vancouver, BC.
The Stimming Pool
United Kingdom 2024
(1 hr. 7 min. DCP)
Directed by The Neurocultures Collective & Steven Eastwood
Wednesday, November 13th @ 7:00pm
The Cinematheque (1131 Howe St)
Film Description
“A revelatory and empathetic film that explores neurodiversity in an innovative way, culminating in an ecstatic and cathartic conclusion.” – Kristina Rothstein, DOXA
Inspired by the concept of an “autistic camera,” The Stimming Pool is a brilliant exercise in collaborative filmmaking in which the lived experiences of several neurodiverse artists reign supreme. A film curator of a B‑movie film club shares his fascination with underground horror with an engaged audience; a woman takes an eye-tracking biomarker test; a worker tries to settle into a busy office full of overwhelming background noises; an illustration book tells the story of a Border Collie turned superhero who watches over people with disabilities. Influenced by the visual landscape of Jacques Tati’s Playtime and the magical realism of Apichatpong Weerasethakul, The Stimming Pool is rhizomatic in its approach, offering a medley of scenes that are associative rather than linear. Recurring patterns, documentary vérité footage, and fantastical performances and animation result in a deeply immersive film wherein a plurality of perspectives collide to provide a uniquely sensorial viewing experience for neurodiverse and neurotypical audiences alike.
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Post-screening Discussion:
Post-screening discussion with Javier Herrera and Kenzie Curby, both neurodiverse individuals and advocates.
Moderated by Selina Crammond, series programmer.
About the Panel:
Javier Herrera, a husband and father of three, was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. He holds an MBA, M.Sc., and B.Sc., showcasing his dedication to education. An amateur bicycle rider, gym enthusiast, and high-intensity training (HIIT) practitioner, Javier is also neurodiverse, like 10% of the global population.
Kenzie Curby is a young autistic and multiply neurodivergent self-advocate, consultant, and support worker for autistic youth. She is passionate about her advocacy work, enjoys time with her family, being in nature, and engaging in her special interests. Kenzie’s biggest goal in life is helping to bring acceptance and understanding for all neurodivergent individuals.
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