synes

thesia

runtime 19;59

kodachrome

stereo surround

2.39:1

Synesthesia is also an experiential dance event hosted and performed by Luneaseas, produced and directed by Rita Corey.

The Dance program utilizes segments of the film, and makes use of multiple stages to create a fully immersive, multimedia experience designed to help its audience understand what it feels like to live with bipolar.

Rita Corey and LUneaseas received an $80,000 Grant to produce an event series which included educational programming and support outreach.

‘Synesthesia’ is an arthouse dance film directed by rita corey and Raef Van Putten.

The film conceptualizes the mood episodes of Bipolar disorder, and aims to de-stigmatize and educate its audience on all the ways Bipolar can affect someone’s life and relationships.

Rita Corey was diagnosed with Bipolar at a young age and ‘synesthesia’ is inspired from her experience living with the disorder.