Animation & Motion Design
Arturs Skutans
Deimos
Deimos
/ ˈdaɪ mɒs /
Noun.
An ancient Greek personification of terror.
Deimos is an animated short that explores the potential of future technology, specifically in the realm of body modification. With the speed of current advancements in technology, the possibilities of what could be achieved in the future are intriguing. However, such advancements also bring about potential dangers and ethical considerations. This type of technology could fall into the hands of malicious individuals, and people may become fixated on the idea of enhancing their physical abilities, potentially losing touch with their humanity in the process.
Deimos portrays a protagonist who becomes fixated on the concept of cyborgisation, leading him to seek out shady medical professionals to receive illegal implantations. The short presents a pessimistic view of the future, suggesting that cybernetic implants that drastically alter the human form and offer enhanced strength will become readily available through both legal and illegal channels, with people eagerly seeking to acquire them.