poster of Amphibia
stills from Amphibia
Amphibia
2024
26:42 min
short documentary film
A muffled sound of engine can be heard in the distance, suddenly all the thin particles, until then resting on the seabed, are resuspended, absorbing the rays of light, plunging the scene into darkness. Snorkelling her way out of the cloud of sediment, India swims back to shore. She’s firmly holding two metal bottles in her arms. Her drysuit is acting as a waterproof clumsy outer skin, covering her, head to toe. Her body is tired, her mind drifting.
The film portrays the journey of India, a young marine biologist, and her profound connection with the sea. India's character navigates confidence and murkiness, while conducting research on sediment clouds in the archipelago. We follow her daily routine as she snorkels in the shallow waters of the Baltic Sea: the mundane yet essential aspect of her actions is tangible, emphasising the relatable nature of the scientific fieldwork. Throughout the narrative, we can sense her self-development, delving into both personal and professional dimensions. India embodies a kind of amphibious existence, evolving between land and sea.