Reddit presents Shantyboat, a documentary project exploring the journey of Wes Modes and his self-built vessel. The narrative charts the construction and multi-year river travel of the shantyboat across various American waterways.
The film utilizes a documentary approach, leaning into a distinct collage aesthetic. The production integrates vintage maps, polaroid photography, and hand-drawn annotations, rendered in a monochrome and warm palette. VFX and visual effects are used to synthesize these diverse elements within a vertical video format.
