XIETY

XIETY explores the ways anxiety may feel for those who suffer from it through a visual journey in Val’s mind- XIETY. Val struggles to stay mentally present during a night out with friends. What may seem like a simple, fun, and relaxing night for others is physical and mental torture for Val.

A young woman with long dark hair and an intense expression is the focal point of the image, set against a blurred background.
Topics Covered
Anxiety Disorders, Social Connections
Content Heads Up
Depictions and interpretations of anxiety and panic attack
Representation
Latino/a/x, Woman / female, Adult
Film Style
Drama
Filmmaker

Carlos Torres

Carlos, an award-winning director, lead editor, and sound designer, co-owns CutFocus in Walnut Creek, CA. Karen Torres, a Latin Bay Area actor and director, collaborated with Carlos on XIETY, her first micro-short, exploring anxiety disorder.

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