


The Smell That Ruined My Life
Discover a collection of regional films that spotlight the people, places, and stories of Eastern Virginia and North Carolina. From community traditions to untold histories and fresh creative voices, WHRO Public Lens showcases the filmmakers who bring our region to life.
The Smell That Ruined My Life
Season 1 Episode 16 | 14m 5s | CC
A young man ponders the powerful influence trauma can have over perception, recounting his own trauma caused by discovering a beached whale. The foul smell of death and decay leaves him with olfactory hallucinations and a fear of oceans, associating them with mortality. In an attempt to face his fears, he is met with surreal encounters with people that may be key in beating his own affliction.
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