My project, “Pieces of Me”, is a self-reflection of my emotional journey from self-doubt to self-acceptance. There are always moments in life where we feel confident we can complete something, but then encounter an obstacle and feel self-doubt. Eventually, we accept the weaknesses in ourselves, overcome the obstacle and gain confidence again.

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1. What motivated you to make this film?
*Answer:* Coming from a medical background, it took a tremendous amount of
effort to transition into the design and animation field. There were many
moments when I struggled to keep up with other artists and questioned
whether I belonged in this industry. That emotional vulnerability during
periods of transition is what inspired the film. It became a way for me to
express how self-identity can shift, break, and ultimately reform through
personal experiences—showing that every struggle contributed to shaping me
into the stronger person I am today.

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to
make this film?
*Answer: *Took me quite some time! I illustrated and animated the textures,
and this part of the process required the most effort. Overall, the film
took about three months to complete.

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?
*Answer: *Melancholy and surreal.

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?
*Answer:* I guess the biggest challenge was figuring out the transitions. I
designed each frame individually based on the script, so connecting them in
a way that felt coherent and emotionally fluid was difficult. I ran into
several technical hurdles when animating, which added to the complexity.

5. There are 5 stages of the filmmaking process: Development.
Pre-Production. Production. Post-Production. Distribution. What is your
favorite stage of the filmmaking process?
*Answer: *Post-production. I just love animating and seeing my designs come
to life. It’s incredibly rewarding. It’s the moment when everything finally
feels real. It’s the stage that makes me the proudest.

6. When did you realize that you wanted to make films?
*Answer: *I think it started after I graduated from college. I knew I
didn’t have a true passion for the medical field, and I wanted a career
that is more creative. I’ve always loved watching Pixar and Disney
animations, and that planted the idea that I wanted to create something
just as magical. As I explored deeper, I discovered motion graphics and
realized how broad and expressive the field is – there were so many more
possibilities than I ever imagined. That’s how my path as a motion designer
began, and honestly, I’ve never looked back.

7. What film have you seen the most times in your life?
*Answer: *Home Alone 1! Though it’s not an animation. I absolutely love it!
I watch it every year end near Christmas – the humor and vibe always cheer
me up. It’s one of those films that makes me feel less scared or alone.

8.  In a perfect world: Who would you like to work with/collaborate with on
a film?
*Answer: *Wes Anderson. I admire his distinctive visual style, color
palettes, and storytelling approach. Collaborating with him would be a
dream—his worlds are so meticulously crafted, and I would love to bring
motion design and animation into that kind of cinematic universe.

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences
been working on the festival platform site?
*Answer:* It’s been smooth and easy to use. I appreciate how organized the
submission process is and how communication with festivals is integrated
directly into the platform.

10. What is your favorite meal?
*Answer: *Pad Thai. Thai food never goes wrong in NYC, and pad thai is
always my go-to.

11. What is next for you? A new film?
*Answer: *Taking a rest first! And then maybe a new film. The next one will
be energetic and a little silly. Something fun that shows a different side
of my creative voice.