New York Times Immigration 2020

Description

This video project, created for the New York Times by Droga5 New York and Wave Studios NY, explores government policies regarding immigration through cinematic sequences, documentary footage, and stark typographical overlays. The dark, low-key lighting and moody color grading emphasize the gravity of the subject matter. Glimpses of congressional hearings, smartphone screens, and subway cars create a fragmented, observational narrative style. Sound design and spoken audio blend with on-screen text to trace political reporting on border policies. The project presents an atmospheric and journalistic examination of official statements and public reporting.