Ingridi Viruel
Directing
Biography
Ingridi Viruel (born October 22, 1999) is a Brazilian photographer, director and cinematographer whose work weaves surreal, symbolic narratives that blend influences from fashion, fine art, and cinematography. Her background in art history and her interest in philosophy infuse her practice with a deep exploration of the complexities of the human experience, using a camera as a medium to access the subconscious mind.
Known For
TIME... A NIGHTMARE AND A DREAM. A solitary woman drifts through, shadowed by a mysterious creature. As she struggles to escape its presence, fragments of the natural world and the consequences of time, are seen in intimate detail: mold, shells, the flame of a candle. She neglects deteriorating but it catches up to her. EFÊMERA PARADOXAL is a meditation on memory, mortality, and the beauty of impermanence.
Efêmera Paradoxal
This project directed by Ingridi Viruel is an allegorical exploration of Dante’s Inferno, written in the early 14th century. Inferno is not just a journey through Hell; it is a reflection on sin, morality, and the consequences of human actions. Beyond Dante’s Inferno, the project is shaped by literary and philosophical influences rooted in nihilism, absurdity, and surrealism.
INSIDE INFERNO’S HEAVEN
A Japanese immigrant and an American couple spending their last day together reminiscing the remnants of their memories before departure.
Did You Know There's a Clock on the Beach?
Theresa Fonseca for La Rouge Belle. Make up by Micol Melani, hair Victoria Borges, shot on Super 8 Kodak 500T. Special thanks to Mono No Aware
Theresa At Chelsea Hotel
“In Between Bones" is an evocative project made in Brooklyn, NY during Winter of 2022. Directed, shot, and processed by Ingridi Viruel, and featuring Luana Seu. The project delves deep into the tumultuous landscape of human emotions, presenting a raw and unfiltered portrayal of the intricate dance between despair and happiness, love and anger. Through its narrative, "In Between Bones" reflects the philosophical chaos that resides within us all. It examines the spectrum of feelings that define our existence, imposing confrontation with the intensity of our own emotions. The project posits that in the intricate weave of life, no feeling is insignificant or unworthy of expression. Ultimately, "In Between Bones" delivers a poignant message: no feelings should ever be repressed. This project stands as a testament to the power of emotional honesty and the beauty found in the chaos of human experience. Special thanks to Ruby Gauchman, Mono No Aware Film