The Rose is a mood film that explores the saying, "a picture is worth a thousand words." It opens with a single photo, and a narrative gradually unfolds from the viewer's perspective. We loosely follow a person who has fallen in love with the fictional character in the photo. The film's themes explore how our perceptions and emotions can transform a simple image into a meaningful story, highlighting the powerful impact images have on shaping our thoughts and feelings.

The video is inspired by Sade's song "Love is Stronger than Pride," remixed by Kaytranada. Whenever I think of Sade, I recall a childhood photo of her with a rose, which I now associate with her music and persona. This connection adds to the film’s exploration of memory and inferred perception.