Synopsis
In this intimate documentary, the filmmaker delicately examines the complex relationships that evolve, fracture, and reshape among the children of a blended family after a breakup. By pushing the boundaries of the “desktop documentary” format, she crafts a poignant and heartfelt portrait of a grief rarely acknowledged, offering a unique and compelling exploration of loss and connection.
A word from Tënk
Hyperlink, the latest short film by Juliette Poitras, is a desktop documentary that traces the story of the breakup of a blended family. Known for Fleurs de limbes (2022) and Statu Quo Chouchou (2023), the filmmaker candidly recounts her family history through a computer screen. Using a variety of media—such as photographs, video calls, instant messaging, notes, and even Google Maps—Juliette Poitras creates a sublime collage that distills the memories of a happy childhood, tinged with the sudden loss of a shared daily life with three half-sisters. Through its mise en abyme approach and reflective nature, Hyperlink is far more than a mere stylistic exercise. An archival work and an urban genealogy of great vulnerability, the film reveals the emotional and tangible impacts of a double separation experienced at a young age—an experience in which many viewers may recognize themselves.
Alexandra Mendel
Production Manager and Assistant Programmer
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