Hyperfixation

Following a recent breakup, a young filmmaker decides to channel his energy into a passion project: a documentary exploring the concept of hyperfixation. As he delves deeper into the subject, interviewing friends and experts, he finds himself becoming increasingly absorbed in his own film, mirroring the very obsession he seeks to understand. The lines between documentary and personal experience begin to blur as his own life becomes the ultimate case study.

Hyperfixation has garnered positive reviews, particularly for its innovative approach to a relatable modern phenomenon and its blend of humor and introspection. Critics have praised its meta-narrative structure and the authenticity of its portrayal of obsessive interests.

• Praised for its unique, self-referential storytelling.

• Applauded for its honest and humorous exploration of modern obsessions.

• Noted for its relatable portrayal of the creative process and personal struggles.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's witty dialogue and insightful look into how people become engrossed in specific interests. Many viewers found the meta-commentary engaging and the protagonist's journey to be both funny and poignant.

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Calgary International Film Festival.

The film's director, Tristan Poitras, also stars as the main character and wrote the screenplay, making it a deeply personal project that reflects his own experiences with creative obsessions.