I have chosen the film THX 1138 as inspiration for my jewellery pieces.  

George Lucas' classic 1971 film was based on his award-winning student short. His debut feature celebrates individual freedom against all odds. Set In an Orwellian, whitewashed future, the world as we know it is a controlled underground dystopia. Sexuality is banned, plain monotone outfits are donned by the masses and workers go about their day in a mandated state of sedation. A constant voice over tells us to "Buy and Be Happy ", while black-clad metal-faced robot cops chant a mantra to their victims that "everything will be all right". Ultimately, life is controlled by the state and no one seems to mind. 

The white backgrounds seen throughout evoke a sense of purity and clarity, of modernity and vacancy. The silver metal faces of the police contrast with their black outfits. These elements and the use of headphones and earpieces are motifs in the film that have visually inspired my designs.

Nathan Thomas