2025 Canadian Screen Awards.

NOMINEE
Best Immersive Experience

Spots of Light

Synopsis:

“Spots of Light” is an immersive VR documentary that takes viewers into the extraordinary journey of Dan Layani, who, as a young soldier, tragically lost his sight in combat in 1982. Despite facing this life-altering setback, Dan propelled himself forward as he pursued his education, found love, and raised four children. After 25 years of living in darkness, a miraculous opportunity presented for Dan to undergo experimental surgery to regain his sight.

Nominees:

Adam Weingrod, Sean Evans, Nimrod Shanit

Production Company:

Occupied VR, HCXR

Spots of Light

Synopsis:

“Spots of Light” is an immersive VR documentary that takes viewers into the extraordinary journey of Dan Layani, who, as a young soldier, tragically lost his sight in combat in 1982. Despite facing this life-altering setback, Dan propelled himself forward as he pursued his education, found love, and raised four children. After 25 years of living in darkness, a miraculous opportunity presented for Dan to undergo experimental surgery to regain his sight.

Nominees:

Adam Weingrod, Sean Evans, Nimrod Shanit

Production Company:

Occupied VR, HCXR