Motion Design
Ripples of Authority
Welcome to “Ripples of Authority”, a captivating motion design project that brings to life the thought-provoking narrative of the film “The Wave”. This unique creation delves into the exploration of social dynamics and the emergence of fascist structures within a gripping storyline. This project encapsulates the essence of the movie through dynamic animations, compelling transitions, and a thoughtful selection of visual elements to convey the intensity and complexity of the film’s narrative.
challenge, concept & solution.
Creating "Ripples of Authority" posed the challenge of visually capturing the complex concept of mass manipulation in a motion design project. The project revolves around the insidious nature of fascistoid social structures emerging through incremental steps led by a charismatic figure, in this case, a teacher in the movie "The Wave." The visual identity centers on the concept of mass manipulation in small steps, symbolized by a distinctive black dot representing the leader's authority. The execution involves a delicate dance between symbolism and storytelling, with followers portrayed as white rings aligning with the leader as he strategically disseminates "seeds" in the form of expanding black rings. This visual metaphor powerfully represents the gradual spread of the leader's influence, illustrating the progression of autocratic ideologies
Background &
design decisions
movie narrative
"The Wave" depicts a high school teacher's experiment on autocracy during a government project. Initially met with enthusiasm, the pseudo-autocratic movement spirals out of control beyond the classroom, leading to violence and societal disruption. Wenger, the teacher, attempts to halt the experiment too late, resulting in tragic consequences and a shocking realization of its magnitude.
translation into metaphor
Selecting a dot for the leader and rings for followers in the motion design's visual metaphor combines simplicity and symbolism. The dot represents the central authority, while rings symbolize followers, visually conveying control radiating from the leader. The expanding rings around the leader visually depict the gradual growth of the autocratic movement and intensify the narrative dynamics.
music
The chosen music for this project deliberately heightens emotional intensity and suspense in the visual narrative. With pulsating rhythms and ominous undertones, it complements the unfolding storyline, emphasizing the gravity of the explored themes and leaving a lasting impression on the viewer.
typeface & colors
The bold sans-serif font and gradient background play a crucial role in visually reinforcing authority themes in the project. The robust typeface exudes strength and clarity, mirroring the authoritative nature of the leader, while the gradient background, with intense contrasts, expands around the leader, emphasizing the stark dynamics at play.