Tristan: A Film about Adversity & Optimism.
Tristan is a music producer who’s been confronted with a profound discovery. Exploring the nature of human identity in the face of adversity, we learn that life-changing discoveries can have far-reaching impacts.
With a vibrant social life and deep passion for music, it appears Tristan’s life is outwardly carefree. Tristan confides a dark truth that complexifies the nature of his identity. He has been diagnosed with a rare immune deficiency disorder and has been told by doctors that he won’t live past the age of forty. Tristan has to grapple with her identity and the trajectory of his life.
Director + Editor: Nolan Howard, Editor: Paige Connaughton, Production assistants: Lisa Miller & Melanie Moynihan
Visual Media, 5:15mins, Australia, RMIT 2018