Home
Synopsis
Home, a visual poem created in virtual reality, explores the sacred and complex journey of a woman seeking freedom — not only from the physical walls that confine her, but from the inherited beliefs that have shaped her sense of self. Inspired by the evocative words of E.H.’s poem, the film follows a young nun as she breaks free from the cloistered halls of her church, shedding the weight of imposed devotion to embark on a pilgrimage into the wild unknown.
Through the shattered remains of her childhood home, across vast rivers, under endless skies, and over towering mountains, she rediscovers a divine presence — not in doctrine, but in the rhythm of nature, the silence of open spaces, and the beat of her own heart. Home touches upon the longing for spiritual sovereignty, the struggle for women to claim religious freedom, and the understanding that faith, unshackled, can become a personal sanctuary rather than a prison.
In this immersive visual experience, the boundaries between faith, self, and nature dissolve — leaving only the quiet truth that no matter how far we roam, our truest home is the one we build within.
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From the Director
Director Statement
Home is a deeply personal exploration of the unseen prisons that exist within us — those built not only by society, but by the spiritual frameworks we inherit and the identities we are asked to embody. As a woman, I have often felt the quiet weight of expectation that comes with devotion and being often told to follow only one path else deemed lost and the worldly forced assumption that faith must be surrendered always to a higher power outside of oneself, rather than its presence being also found within.
This film was born from a longing — a longing to reclaim that connection, to strip away the noise of tradition, doctrine, and fear, and to rediscover the divine as something wild, free, and deeply personal. Through the visual language of VR, I wanted to immerse the audience in that journey — the unshackling, the raw confrontation with memory and loss, and the ultimate return to the sacred home within one’s own heart.
For me, Home is not just about spiritual freedom — it’s about the very right to redefine what it means to be free. Especially for women, that freedom is incomplete until it includes religious freedom and the freedom to choose how we connect with the divine — whether through nature, silence, rebellion, or surrender. This film is my offering to that conversation — a prayer for those still searching, and a reminder that no matter how far we roam, the path home is always within.
Director Biography
Neha Lohia is a multidisciplinary filmmaker, visual storyteller, and conscious creator whose work bridges the realms of film, virtual reality, and immersive experiences. Rooted in her belief that storytelling has the power to awaken, heal, and transform, Neha’s films often explore themes of identity, spirituality, freedom, and the unseen emotional landscapes we all navigate.
A current (as of March 2025) undergrad film student of CUNY (City University of New York) College of Staten Island and Brooklyn College, she is pursuing VR in Storytelling alongside XR and new tech in cinema production program, Neha merges her background in traditional filmmaking with cutting-edge virtual reality techniques, crafting stories that invite audiences to step inside not only her characters’ worlds, but their inner lives. Her latest VR short film, Home, is a poetic meditation on spiritual freedom, feminine liberation, and the evolving relationship between faith, nature, and self.
Originally from India and now creating across global landscapes, Neha’s creative voice is shaped by her cross-cultural perspective — blending Eastern philosophies, Western cinematic sensibilities, and a profound reverence for the human spirit. In addition to her independent work, Neha has collaborated on spiritual documentaries, conscious media campaigns, and children’s literature projects, including her published book Sam and His Two Birds, inspired by the Bhagavad Gita.
Whether behind the camera or inside a VR world, Neha Lohia’s storytelling seeks to dissolve boundaries — between cultures, mediums, and inner and outer worlds — offering audiences not just a story to watch, but an experience to live.
Credits
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Neha LohiaDirectorDirector of Yashodhara The Buddha’s Wife
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Eric HansonWriter
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Neha LohiaProducer
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Mellisa VitragoKey Cast“Nun “
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Gideon HagleyCrew
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Patrick LeoneCrew
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Jason MooreCrewDirector of Alien Rescue VR Film
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Trevor KowalskiCrew
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