Wave 201: The Unwanted Atlantis is a multifaceted exploration of squid fishing in the international waters of Mile 201 near Argentina's Atlantic coast. It comprises three interconnected segments: a mesmerizing virtual reality free diving experience where participants plunge into the ocean's depths and are confronted with the delicate and precarious nature of marine ecosystems. This introspective journey serves as a poignant reflection on the fragility and sovereignty of these underwater realms, urging contemplation on the profound interconnectedness between human actions and the harmony of the natural world below and above the waves.

Transitioning from the ethereal underwater realm, the second part of the narrative takes the form of an experimental documentary, shifting focus to the ramifications of human activities on future settlements above water. Through thought-provoking visuals and poetic narration, the documentary explores the implications of our collective choices on the landscapes that shape our shared existence.

These two distinct experiences culminate in an interactive installation that embodies the intricate entanglement between human sovereignty, the shaping of future landscapes, and the profound interplay between human agency and the natural world.

The project was selected within the Community Cohort, #Aqua category of the WORLDING 2023 initiative presented by the Cocreation Studio, MIT Open Documentary Lab and Unity.   Wave 201 is a project by María Laura Ruggiero, Ana Fraile and Diego Alberti.

Production: SeirenFilms

Associate Production: PulpoFilms

MIT WORLDING

story + space + climate

A first-of-its kind research and development initiative, WORLDING explores climate futures at the intersection of documentary, land-use planning, speculative design and game-engine technologies. It’s a partnership between Unity through the Unity Charitable Fund, the Unity for humanity Program, and the Co-Creation Studio at MIT Open Documentary Lab.