On December 18, 2025, La Casemate hosted the defenses of the end-of-study projects of students of the Master’s in Digital Strategy and New Media from Sciences Po Grenoble. The students presented 4 innovative new media and transmedia projects to a jury of audiovisual and scientific and cultural mediation professionals.
A new transmedia project, “Triptyque,” explores the lasting impact of family secrets across three generations of women, offering a unique blend of documentary storytelling and social media engagement. The project, conceived by Juliette, Lyne, Margot and Eve, was among four innovative works presented by students at Sciences Po Grenoble on December 18, 2025.
Unearthing the Past: How Family Secrets Shape Identity
“Triptyque” uses intimate storytelling to examine the ripple effects of hidden truths.
- The project centers around a three-part documentary series featuring Alice*, a pregnant thirty-year-old, her mother Nathalie, and her grandmother Anne-Marie.
- A dedicated Instagram account invites viewers to share their own experiences with family secrets, fostering a broader conversation.
- The series aims to be both a therapeutic experience for participants and a liberating one for audiences.
- “Triptyque” highlights the often-unspoken repercussions of past events on present-day lives.
At the heart of “Triptyque” is a documentary series comprised of three episodes, each focusing on a different woman within the same family. The narrative unfolds through candid conversations between Alice*, Nathalie, and Anne-Marie, revealing a secret carried by the grandmother that appears to have profoundly shaped their lives. The documentary employs a calming aesthetic, utilizing refined illustrations and soft colors to create an introspective and deeply personal viewing experience.
But “Triptyque” doesn’t end with the screen. The project extends its reach through an Instagram account, providing a platform for individuals to share their own family secrets. These user-submitted stories, accompanied by delicate illustrations, are juxtaposed with insights from experts analyzing the psychological impact of such secrets across generations. This interplay between the documentary and social media creates a dynamic space for both immersive storytelling and collective reflection.
The creators envision “Triptyque” as a dive into a taboo subject—family secrets—that resonates with many but is rarely openly discussed. By highlighting the repercussions of these secrets, the project aims to empower viewers to confront their own pasts and potentially find liberation. The project’s innovative approach and deeply human core suggest a powerful and impactful work, should it move forward.
*For reasons of confidentiality, the first names of the participants have been changed.
Alongside “Triptyque,” other projects presented included “Anchor,” an art therapy app for students; “.MP4,” a transmedia documentary exploring the independent music scene; and “In their baskets,” a VR experience addressing sexual and emotional education.
