We Met in Virtual Reality
“The setting is virtual. The connections are real.”
Synopsis
Filmed entirely inside the world of virtual reality (VR), this immersive and revealing documentary roots itself in several unique communities within VR Chat, a burgeoning virtual reality platform. Through observational scenes captured in real-time, in true documentary style, the film reveals the growing power and intimacy of several relationships formed in the virtual world, many of which began during the COVID-19 lockdown, while so many in the physical world were facing intense isolation.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-11
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Release History & Theatrical Window
CPH DOX
Festival / Special Debut
January 21, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joe Hunting
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Hunting
- Original Score
- Anna Meredith, Julianna Barwick, Perfume Genius
- Original Title
- We Met in Virtual Reality
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Field of Vision, Painted Clouds, XTR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joe Hunting
Joe Hunting
Anna Meredith, Julianna Barwick, Perfume Genius
Joe Hunting
Joe Hunting
Joe Hunting, Charlotte Cook, Bryn Mooser, Kathryn Everett
Department Leadership Roster
Joe Hunting
Director of Photography
Anna Meredith
Original Music Composer
Julianna Barwick
Original Music Composer
Perfume Genius
Original Music Composer
Joe Hunting
Director
Joe Hunting
Producer
Joe Hunting
Writer
Joe Hunting
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is We Met in Virtual Reality about?
Filmed entirely inside the world of virtual reality (VR), this immersive and revealing documentary roots itself in several unique communities within VR Chat, a burgeoning virtual reality platform. Through observational scenes captured in real-time, in true documentary style, the film reveals the growing power and intimacy of several relationships formed in the virtual world, many of which began during the COVID-19 lockdown, while so many in the physical world were facing intense isolation.
Who directed We Met in Virtual Reality?
We Met in Virtual Reality was directed by Joe Hunting.
Who stars in We Met in Virtual Reality?
The principal cast of We Met in Virtual Reality includes Dust Bunny, DragonHeart, DylanP, IsYourBoi, Jenny0629.
When was We Met in Virtual Reality released and how long is it?
We Met in Virtual Reality was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for We Met in Virtual Reality?
The original motion picture soundtrack for We Met in Virtual Reality was composed by Anna Meredith, Julianna Barwick, Perfume Genius.
What is the age rating and content advisory for We Met in Virtual Reality?
We Met in Virtual Reality holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).