One man, every role, zero budget — maximum existential crisis.
A documented introspection written, directed, composed, illustrated, and experienced by Riadh Bakache, serving as a transition into a new era for his YouTube channel. Rich in emotion, this piece reflects on his personal experiences and inner journey, supported by his readings. Riadh explores several philosophical and psychological questions about himself, in an effort to better understand and ultimately accept who he is. Taking a step back from his situation became necessary, leading to the telling of his entire journey in this video.
Direction
One-person creative army — wrote, shot, scored, illustrated everything.
Writing
Raw philosophical grappling that actually goes somewhere vulnerable.
Director
Riadh Bakache
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Represents the 'YouTube essayist burnout to artistic rebirth' pipeline that's become its own genre since 2020.
Bakache casting himself as three separate entities mirrors how digital creators increasingly fracture their identity between persona, past self, and private thought.
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