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- Ciara O’Neill
Ciara
O’Neill
ESC
ESC is a Stop-motion animated short that explores the concept of escapism, corrupt work systems and what it takes to be free from a mundane working life.
Follow Carl, an office worker whose fantasy for freedom becomes a reality. Under most unusual circumstances, he is given the opportunity to escape his relentless nine to five, but at great cost.
In his pursuit for freedom Carl will uncover dark secrets about himself and society. In order to liberate himself, he must undergo horrific changes and in doing so will be forced to confront his identity and role.
ESC challenges the ideals of freedom set by society, and the corrupt conglomerates that oppress their employees. It champions the power of the individual, but warns of the nightmarish toll of going against the norm. Carl is just another ordinary employee toeing the line and conforming to office life, but at any moment there is something inside him capable of rebelling against the oppressive system….. but how far is too far?