"Crevice" is an analog interactive film that explores the intricate relationship between vision and sound. One aspect of "Crevice" is the incorporation of an interactive element: the sound of water. The film is designed to be viewed while turning on a faucet or any other available water source. By drawing inspiration from the fundamental separation of sensory experiences, the project challenges the perception of  simultaneity.
Human perception implies that sight and sound are seamlessly integrated, creating a unified experience. "Crevice," intentionally disrupts this harmony, encouraging viewers to become more conscious of the distinct nature of their sensory perception. Light and sound travel at vastly different speeds, yet our brains synchronize them, masking the true nature of their temporal disjunction. This film invites participants to become aware of this sensory gap directly.
"Crevice" also explores philosophical inquiries about the nature of perception and reality by examining the relationship between vision and sound. One philosophical perspective that has resonated with this exploration is phenomenology, particularly the ideas of Maurice Merleau-Ponty. Merleau-Ponty argued that perception is not just a passive reception of sensory information but an active and embodied engagement with the world. In the context of "Crevice," this perspective suggests that our perception of reality is not simply a matter of processing visual and auditory stimuli but involves a deeper, more intricate interaction between these senses and our embodied existence .
The project raises questions about the nature of time and temporality. The recognition that sound and vision travel at different speeds challenges our intuitive understanding of time as a unified and continuous flow. This echoes philosophical discussions about the nature of time.
Human perception often creates a sense of unity by seamlessly integrating sight and sound, the intentional disruption of this harmony in the project highlights the fragmented nature of perception.