Jake Oleson

Jake Oleson, a director and composer from the realm of advertising and music videos, discusses his groundbreaking VR film, 'CURRENTS.' He unveils innovative 180-degree filmmaking techniques that capture the transition of a woman from rural Vietnam to urban life, using spatial storytelling and a dynamic electronic soundtrack he composed. The detailed pre-production process allowed him to avoid common motion sickness triggers while creating powerful emotional narratives. Oleson also reflects on the future of immersive storytelling and the potential of new technologies like Apple Vision Pro.