A rectangular video still from the film “Try to Forget” by artist Caroline Coolidge which is entirely a bright, artificial green that has six, small, gray, circular objects, surrounded in a green glow, making a diagonal line in the bottom right side of the frame.

Try to Forget, 2021
Single-channel video with sound
Film still (1 of 3)

A rectangular video still from the film “Try to Forget” by artist Caroline Coolidge which is entirely a bright, artificial green with about twenty small black masses in the center of the frame in a line from top to bottom.

Try to Forget, 2021
Single-channel video with sound
Film still (2 of 3)

Video still from the film “Try to Forget” by artist Caroline Coolidge appears completely black at first, but on second inspection seems to be the view into a digitally rendered plant with a grid around it.

Try to Forget, 2021
Single-channel video with sound
Film still (3 of 3)

This film reflects the fears of the catastrophic effects of climate change. The ironic reinterpretation of a guided meditation, appropriated from calm.com, poignantly underscores the dread of the future as well as the commercialization of climate anxiety and the wellness industry. Through satire and humor, this work presents the paradoxes of the current moment and leaves the viewer feeling that they cannot forget and must take action. Please contact studio@carolinecoolidge.com for inquiries regarding viewing the film.