Lost

2008

Continuous looped video with 2-channel audio

Duration: 43 seconds

Dimension: variable

People often feel trapped by societal pressures, akin to being confined in a maze with no escape, creating a profound sense of helplessness and frustration. Lost invites viewers to examine these pressures by presenting a faceless figure trying to escape a mental prison, symbolizing the universal struggle against societal expectations. The removal of color evokes early black-and-white television, contrasting idealized past portrayals with today's stark reality. The figure's repeated attempts to enter and leave an office space highlight the cyclical nature of societal pressures, with the absence of facial features allowing viewers to project their own experiences onto the figure. This piece encourages reflection on personal encounters with societal pressure and its pervasive influence on our lives.