Behind the Numbers

Behind the Numbers is a poignant mixed media animation that explores the emotional toll of social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Blending live-action footage with expressive hand-drawn animation, the piece brings to light the human experiences often hidden behind headlines and statistics.

The project focuses on the quiet struggles—loneliness, disconnection, and uncertainty—that defined the lockdown experience for so many. The interplay between raw filmed sequences and fluid, emotive animation blurs the line between reality and emotion, capturing the surreal atmosphere of a global crisis.

Through its layered visual narrative, Behind the Numbers invites viewers to reflect on the unseen emotional weight of collective trauma, encouraging empathy and a deeper understanding of the silent battles faced by individuals around the world.

Lauren O’Hale http://linkedin.com/in/laurenohale