Phallaina
about
Phallaina is the first scrolling graphic novel for tablets and smartphones. The author, Marietta Ren, offers a digital graphic novel designed for tactiles screens. Phallaina tells the story of Audrey, who suffers from hallucinatory fits, during which she sees whales. When she undurgoes certain tests, a neurologist discovers she has a physeter in her brain: an anomalous structure which enables its carriers to remain underwater for large amounts of time. This is the beginning of an intimate adventure along the path of a personal transformation, combining cognitive sciences and mythology.
The application is available for iOS and Android, in French and English.
production and distribution
awards
Peabody awards
Best Mobile2017
New Media Film Festival de Los Angeles
Best digital comic2016
Webby Awards
(nominated)2016
format(s)
Installation ou objet physique
Interactive / Fixed position
Description : The easiest format to set up and exhibit.
Platform compatibilty : Google Daydream (with hand controller), Samsung Gear VR (with hand controller), Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, other VR Headsets with hand controllers
Technical Requirements : VR Headset, hand controller (Daydream & Gear VR), Swivel stool/chair, Compatible smartphone or desktop PC, Charger, Internet connection
Tutorial : watch here
User Mediation: 1 person for 4 VR demo stations
Passive 360° video
Description : The easiest format to set up and exhibit.
Platform compatibilty : Google Cardboard, Google Daydream, Samsung GearVR, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, others
Technical Requirements : VR Headset, Swivel stool/chair, Compatible smartphone or desktop PC, Charger, Internet connection
Tutorial : watch here
User Mediation: 1 person for 10 to 20 VR stations
audience
14 ans et plus
language(s)
English
French
press kit
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