Arden's Wake

The sea levels have risen, and a young woman and her father live in a lighthouse perched atop the ocean’s surface. When he goes missing, she must descend deep into the post-apocalyptic waters previously forbidden to her, embarking on a thrilling journey of family history and self-discovery.Starring Alicia Vikander and Richard Armitage, Arden's Wake is a VR animated short that tells the story of a young woman who embarks on a dangerous journey in a post-apocalyptic world. Meena lives with her father in a lighthouse perched atop the ocean's surface. When he goes missing, she must descend deep into the waters previously forbidden to her, embarking on a thrilling journey of family history and self-discovery. Come below the sea and experience what happens!

WINNER - Best VR, Venice Film Festival
OFFICIAL SELECTION - Tribeca Film Festival
GRAND JURY PRIZE - Best Immersive Story, Raindance Film Festival
SPECIAL PRIZE WINNER - Best Storytelling in VR, Raindance Film Festival
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