Peculiar World of Charles Bonnet syndrome- A 360 VR Immersive Film based on rare medical condition of CBS


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Creator/Artist: Nidhin Joseph

Category: Communication Design

Document: P2 Project

Batch: 2021-2023

Source: India,   IDC IIT Bombay

Period:  2019-onwards

Medium: Video mp4

Supervisor: Prof. Bharat Parmar


Detailed Description

“PECULIAR WORLD OF CHARLES BONNET SYNDROME” is a ground breaking 360-degree VR film that provides an immersive journey into the mind of a 70-year-old person suffering from Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). Utilising cutting-edge technology like Twinmotion 2022 and Da Vinci Studio, the project crafts a narrative-driven experience guided by retrospective voice-over. It recounts the detailed hallucinations and how they affect the subject’s mental health, creating a bridge of understanding and empathy between the viewer and the condition. The film represents an evolution from an initial concept of an AI-generated graphic novel to a more powerful and impactful VR experience. It aims to enlighten families of CBS patients and the broader audience about this rare medical condition, providing insights that transcend clinical explanations. Its innovative approach sets new benchmarks in medical education, combining technological prowess with artistic storytelling. The project demonstrates the potential of VR in fostering human connections and empathy, opening doors for future explorations in healthcare, technology, and education.