Invisible World 4.0.13 (5)

"Invisible World" presents a unique interactive film experience set against the backdrop of post-civil war Cambodia, weaving together the lives of three strangers. The use of innovative split-screen technology fosters a fully immersive viewing experience, allowing the audience to engage actively in the narrative.

The film, inspired by true events that unfolded in Cambodia in 1994, introduces viewers to Jeff, a young North American navigating life as an English teacher in Phnom Penh; Dr. Von, a skilled physician confronting the challenges of his war-torn homeland; and Channa, a mother whose son’s tragic drowning connects them all.

As audiences manipulate the three distinct panels on screen, they gain multiple perspectives on a shared story. "Invisible World" effectively dissolves boundaries between East and West, past and present, as well as life and death. Through stunning cinematography, the film reveals the pervasive influences of poverty, drugs, and crime within the region. Viewers are drawn into encounters with expatriates like Jeff, who engage superficially with the culture, contrasted with locals like Dr. Von who navigate the country's harsh realities.

Positioned at the intersection of documentary and fiction, this free app delivers an intricate interactive video experience while maintaining the emotional depth characteristic of traditional storytelling.

• Innovative split-screen technology for storytelling control
• Fluid interactivity throughout the experience
• Lush imagery paired with a haunting soundtrack
• Available in English, French, and Khmer

Co-created by Tyler Enfield and Galen Scorer, and co-produced by Bonnie Thompson, Nicholas Klassen, and the National Film Board of Canada, "Invisible World" invites audiences to immerse themselves in a transformative approach to storytelling.

Additional noteworthy apps from the NFB include: NFB Films, The Last Hunt, Circa 1948, and Welcome to Pine Point.