Philophobic (2024)
Philophobic delves into the complexities of modern relationships, offering a glimpse into the emotional journey of a young woman navigating love and fear. Through the lens of her bedroom and the use of viewmaster reels, viewers witness her struggle to reconcile her longing for connection with her deep-seated fear of vulnerability. As she grapples with her emotional detachment, Philophobic prompts reflection on the fragile nature of Gen Z relationships and the universal quest for validation.
Director: Safien van Westing
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Zoe Bryan Hertz as Stella |
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Oliver Overgaard as Mads |
| Production | Lisa Dankyi-Appah Thomsen | Producer |
| Production | Catherine Baikousis | Executive Producer |
| Production | Thea Outzen | Production Manager |
| Editing | Jonathan Løvsgren Nielsen | Editor |
| Sound | Mads Bolt | Sound Engineer |
| Costume & Make-Up | Teun van Doorn | Costume Design |
| Lighting | Peter Thaysen | Gaffer |
| Camera | Erik Hertel | Focus Puller |
| Sound | Daniel Brandt | Music |
| Sound | Jonathan Løvsgren Nielsen | Sound Designer |
| Editing | Malin Imerslund | Colorist |
| Crew | Emil Mølgaard | Translator |
| Directing | Thea Outzen | First Assistant Director |
| Directing | Safien van Westing | Director |
| Writing | Safien van Westing | Writer |
| Art | Bos Nooij | Graphic Designer |
| Visual Effects | Sebastien Dupouey | Animation |
| Camera | Karl Tornvig Toft | Director of Photography |