Description
Unaware that our stories are stories, we usually experience them as the world. Like fish that do not see the water they swim in, we normally do not notice the medium we dwell within.
Borders, money, beliefs, and even how we identify ourselves are built on narratives. But when one becomes aware of the stories in our lives, we see how they shape not just how we see the world, but how we think.
My vision with this film is to pierce our reality with a needle – not to provide answers, but for audiences to have a flow of many questions through that pierced, needle-thin dot.
As a filmmaker, I myself have confronted the stories I was swimming in when making this film. Months were dedicated to the editing room, inviting you, the audience, on an intense journey, encouraging introspection and questioning, "What are my stories?"
Self-help books, mindful gurus, philosophers, think-tanks and religions are all ready to provide instructions on how to live. But humans don’t come with instructions, and this film challenges the very notions of instructions.
The visual journey serves as an ode to our lives, incorporating archive footage from families, TV, PSAs and films. I wanted to take your hand and guide you through glimpses of life that made me feel something more.
Director
Arnoldas Alubauskas
Arnoldas Alubauskas is a documentary filmmaker from Lithuania. He studied at Newport Film School and honed his skills to produce award-winning productions. His acclaimed film, “Twogether,” earned him a prestigious Royal Television Society Award. Alubauskas’ latest work, “Humans Don’t Come with Instructions,” showcases his unique approach to filmmaking, which blends archival video editing with philosophical insights and absurdity. His films capture the beauty and complexity of the human experience, while shedding light on important issues affecting our world. Alubauskas’ innate curiosity and deep appreciation for the art of storytelling continues to push the boundaries of documentary filmmaking, inspiring and entertaining audiences with his captivating works.
