F11. Best Editing (Nominee)
The Soft Sides of Sound
From Morgan Cross
Shh... Listen as we explore the softly spoken genre in this quiet and unique documentary. Exploring how ASMR helps support those suffering from anxiety and insomnia all over the world. While diving into the restless side of this community with ASMR Jade and Dido ASMR. From parasocial relationships, cyber stalking, to the sexualized misconception of ASMR. Curl up and listen to the creators who help us to sleep, while confronting the challenges that keep them awake.
My name is Morgan Cross. I'm an Australian filmmaker currently on the Gold Coast. Previously resided in Japan, France, Malaysia, and the Netherlands. I started editing at 12 years old, and I found a passion for the arts and filmmaking whilst struggling with dyslexia at school. Now at university, I specialize in production design, art direction and directing.
What inspired you and your work?
For the last 10 years, ASMR has been the only thing to help me relax and fall asleep. This documentary follows the careers and lifestyles of two ASMRists, exploring how creators navigate their own personal challenges while helping others through their content. This film aims to help fight stigma and misunderstanding around ASMR and raise awareness of this subculture.