May Contain: Two Sides is immersive drama that highlights the life-or-death necessity of normalizing food allergies, revealing the difficult choice between staying alive and fitting in. Through its compelling narrative, the film shows how individuals can escape the hijacking of their lives, offering a powerful blueprint for understanding and embracing life in the face of a growing public health crisis.
Based on real-life experiences, May Contain: Two Sides features August Maturo and Ava Kolker from Girl Meets World and is filmed by award-winning 360 cinematographer Barry Pousman. This VR film portrays the intersecting lives of Zach and Lydia at a birthday party. Zach, hyper-aware of his severe food allergies, navigates the event with heightened anxiety, while Lydia’s lack of understanding leads to a life-threatening situation, highlighting the stark dangers in social environments.
The VR format allows the viewer to step into the shoes of either character, offering a unique, dual-narrative experience. This choice-driven perspective emphasizes both the reality of living with food allergies and the consequences of unawareness. May Contain: Two Sides captures the emotional intensity of life-threatening food allergies and underscores the vital importance of awareness and empathy, ultimately allowing people to stay alive and fit in.
Director:
Jennifer Greenstreet
