Uku Pacha
Release of our Official Version (Cinematographic Virtual Reality / 8K / Ambisonics)
You will be the invisible witness of this Uku Pacha journey.
Choose your version
Move the lever to choose the duration. Through our software, we will offer you a random version of the story. There are over 700 versions for you to enjoy. The more you see, the more details you will have about the story and the characters.
What is Uku Pacha?
In Uku Pacha, traditional filmmaking meets groundbreaking technology. This isn't just a VR film - it's a dynamic narrative that generates over 700 unique versions of the story, ranging from 14 to 27 minutes in length.
Using modular filmmaking techniques, we've created a system where each viewing experience is unique. The film reconstructs itself based on your chosen duration, crafting different narrative paths while maintaining the core story's integrity. Think of it as experiencing a recurring dream where events shuffle and reshape themselves, yet always lead to meaningful revelations.
The experience is available in stunning 8K virtual reality with ambisonic audio for festivals, while our online version offers pristine 4K quality. Whether you're viewing through a VR headset, on your mobile device, or your computer, you'll be immersed in a technically groundbreaking yet emotionally resonant journey through the Andes.
The Andean concept (Uku Pacha as the world of the unconscious)
In Andean cosmology, reality exists in three interconnected dimensions: Hanan Pacha (the world above), Kay Pacha (the world of consciousness), and Uku Pacha (the underworld). Our story unfolds in Uku Pacha, the realm where spirits wander and life emerges, where time flows differently than in our world.
In this dimension, three days might pass while only one day elapses in Kay Pacha. This distorted time mirrors our characters' journey as they navigate through their shared guilt, trapped in a spiritual limbo that reflects the Andean understanding of moral transgression and redemption.
The old van traveling through the Andes becomes more than just a vehicle - it's a moving threshold between worlds, where our characters must confront their roles in a tragedy born from our modern world of viral misinformation, yet seeking resolution through ancient wisdom.
As the invisible fourth passenger, you'll witness their attempt to restore natural order and balance between these realms, embodying the Andean belief that spiritual healing requires acknowledging one's place in the greater cosmic order.
Synopsis
In an old van crossing the Andes, three strangers share a devastating secret. An influential person has committed suicide after becoming the victim of false information spread on social media, and someone holds them accountable. But who is truly responsible in our interconnected world of viral misinformation?
As a journalist, a marketing executive, and a young influencer wrestle with their roles in this tragedy, they find themselves summoned by the mysterious Mr. Owen into what appears to be an endless journey. Yet this is no ordinary road trip - they've entered Uku Pacha, the Andean realm of the unconscious where spirits wander seeking redemption.
You become the fourth passenger, an invisible witness to their struggle. With each viewing, you'll experience a different version of their story, mirroring the way our minds revisit and reinterpret memories in dreams. Every journey offers a new perspective on guilt, responsibility, and the possibility of redemption.
Like the spirits of Andean mythology who sought passage between worlds through caves and underground rivers, our characters must navigate their way through this liminal space. Their destination? Either acceptance and transition to Kay Pacha - the world of consciousness - or eternal wandering in their cycle of denial.
Characters
THE JOURNALIST
A seasoned reporter caught between professional integrity and the demands of modern media, wrestling with the consequences of how information spreads in our digital age.
THE MARKETING EXECUTIVE
A businessman whose expertise in leveraging social media algorithms has brought him success, but now forces him to question the true cost of digital influence.
THE INFLUENCER
A rising social media star discovering that viral content can have real-world consequences beyond likes and shares, facing the weight of digital actions in an analog world.
MR. OWEN
The mysterious figure who has summoned them all, whose presence is felt but never directly encountered - much like the conscience that haunts each passenger.
YOU - THE FOURTH PASSENGER
As the invisible witness, you become part of this journey, observing from every angle as the story unfolds differently with each viewing, making you both spectator and participant in their quest for redemption.
Innovation - Modular Filmmaking Reinvented
Uku Pacha represents the fourth iteration in an ongoing exploration of modular filmmaking. Through a fusion of virtual reality, non-linear narrative structures, and specialized algorithms, we've developed a system that generates hundreds of unique yet coherent versions of our story.
How It Works:
- The narrative was specifically written to allow scene shuffling while maintaining coherence
- Specialized algorithms arrange scenes and music to create each version
- Advanced metadata ensures proper scene sequencing
- The system produces a complete, unique film with each generation
8K resolution maximizes immersiveness in virtual reality
The Technical Achievement:
The film functions like memory itself, with scenes rearranging themselves while maintaining thematic and narrative integrity. Each viewing reveals new aspects of the story through:
8K Cinematic Virtual Reality
Ambisonic audio processing
Modular narrative construction
This approach represents a significant step forward in exploring how stories can be told in digital media, creating experiences that are both technologically innovative and emotionally engaging. The result is a film that uses its technical framework to enhance rather than overshadow its storytelling.
Festival Journey
World Premiere
Vancouver International Film Festival (October 2021)
Our journey began at VIFF 2021, where Uku Pacha made its first appearance in the innovative film category.
Notable Achievements
Best Virtual Reality Film - Short. Sweet. Film Fest. (February 2022)
Honorable Mention - Humboldt International Film Festival (May 2022)
Honorable Mention - deadCenter Film Festival (June 2022)
Official Selections
LUSCA Fantastic Film Fest (October 2021)
Festival of International Virtual and Augmented Reality Stories (October 2021)
Ann Arbor Film Festival (March 2022)
Florida Film Festival (April 2022)
River Film Festival (June 2022)
Philadelphia Independent Film Festival (June 2022)
The Fine Arts Film Festival (June 2022)
Festival ECRA (July 2022)
The film has been showcased in various formats, from high-end VR installations to mobile-compatible versions.
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