self.name = "}•{" self.message = ( "In 2037, as stress levels among the population reach unprecedented heights, an artificial intelligence will emerge, designed to create personalized virtual worlds where individuals can escape from reality. After many failed attempts, in September 2037, this AI will succeed in generating its first fully immersive experience, crafted from the memory of a real user. This space will be known as 'The Ladder,' a gateway between the human mind and a tailored virtual reality, offering refuge in a world of the user’s own making." ) Written, directed and by Manuel Macadamia AI animation: Yue Zhao 2D animation: Manuel Macadamia Sound design: Nicolò Bianco + Tavor Nakash