We Live Here 360° Short Film


VR Review  ★★★☆☆‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎
Quest  Free  Short Films  Comfortable  Stationary 

A black background with white text arranged in a vertical stack. The text reads 'WE LIVE HERE' with each word placed directly above the next, creating a bold, grid-like structure

See the world through the stories of Rockey, a woman living in the United States who became trapped in homelessness. This fifteen minute experience takes place mostly in Rockey's home - a tent full of her belongings - and is told in her own voice as you're invited to peruse some of her personal possessions.

360 degree video is combined expertly with photography and interactive VR objects to lead the viewer through Rockey's recollections. A cutscene appears when we pick up her poetry book, and another when we take a look at a card by her bed.

Most of We Live Here can be viewed from a seated position, but it is necessary to reach beyond a chair to grab some objects needed for the story to continue. We had problems picking up one item that seemed to be located below floor level no matter how we tried to reset our position, almost to a program-breaking degree. This could have been avoided, and mobility challenged viewers could have been better accommodated, if all items could be grasped by gesture movements instead. Also, snap-turning is missing which make it difficult to view scenes behind us.

The story is told sympathetically in a matter-of-fact way without becoming over sentimental or political. Bookended by a dramatized event involving being moved on by police and sanitation workers, it's clear that this is staged and populated with actors, but Rockey is very genuine and her involvement holds the piece together. Includes brief scenes that make this suitable only for an adult audience.

The interior of a tent is filled with various camping and personal items. A wooden chair with a red cloth draped over it holds a flashlight on its seat. Behind the chair, a cooler with a red lid has a jar and a cup resting on top. Nearby, a cushion with a floral pattern sits on the ground. A red and black suitcase is placed next to a wooden chest, which contains a partially visible letter. A radio and a pair of scissors rest on a table, along with a photograph. The scene suggests a temporary living space, filled with personal belongings and a touch of nostalgia.
Objects around Rockey's tent illustrate her story.

A surreal landscape featuring vibrant, exaggerated colors. A winding rainbow-colored path stretches through rolling hills with bright yellow and orange gradients. Multicolored trees with unusual shapes line the scene. A person rides a motorcycle on the rainbow path, adding an adventurous element to the whimsical setting. The sky is a rich blue with soft, fluffy white clouds, enhancing the dreamlike atmosphere.
A colorful wedding cut-scene

A grayscale horse stands in a fenced area, its posture relaxed. In the foreground, the shadow of a person is cast onto the ground, adding depth to the composition. The sky transitions from light yellow to blue, creating a soft gradient. Trees are scattered in the background, offering a natural frame to the scene. The artistic rendering of the horse and shadow gives the image a serene and slightly surreal atmosphere.
Another of Rockey's memories.

Summary:
⬤ Strong story told in a matter-of-fact way
⬤ Good blend of 360 degree video, images and VR animation
⬤ Can be difficult to pick up objects
⬤ No rotation control (snap-turning)

Supported Languages:
English

External Links:
YouTube:Trailer

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