SONDER was the winner of BEST PERFORMANCES at the February 2020 Experimental & Dance Festival in Los Angeles.
Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film?
Kevin Ulibarri: Our film was born from a desire to create with friends while we were all in LA at the same time. We were a group of dancers and filmmakers, and we wanted to make a dance piece that felt cinematic – that was as much about a story as it was about showcasing beautiful choreography. We had about 2 weeks to shoot it before our group would disperse, so that approaching deadline also motivated us to dive right in. Our concept came from a unanimous feeling of fear and helplessness shortly after the inauguration of the 45th president. Collaborating on a piece that addressed those overwhelming feelings was a source of empowerment and creative release for all of us involved.
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