# Bodily Obsession Films The Magic Gap Examines a Peculiar Body Fixation By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-05-29 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-gap References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2014/05/28/guy-aroch-the-magic-gap-video/) & [nowness](http://www.nowness.com/day/2014/5/27/3896/the-magic-gap) Fashion photographer Guy Aroch used his signature sun-kissed filter to shoot 'The Magic Gap,' a [short film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tiger) for NOWNESS' weekly [#DefineBeauty series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unseenbeauty-initiative). Aroch's submission to the series explores the the thigh-gap obsession. He explains, “It was more a comment on the mysterious fixation women have, because as a male, I didn’t even know it was a thing.” The film features [shots of model's pelvises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela) amidst a dreamy, 1970s-hued New York landscape. Aroch asked passers-by to define the elusive "magic gap," without specifying that he was referring to a thigh-gap. His intent was to be as unobtrusive -- almost borderline voyeuristic -- as possible while making the film. He notes that a whopping 99% didn't give him the answer he was looking for, though he didn't bother correcting them after the fact. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Body Image Obsession:** Exploring the fixation on physical features and the impact on individuals' self-perception and mental health. - **Unconventional Photography Techniques:** Using unique filters and settings to create captivating and thought-provoking visual content. - **Exploring Gender Perceptions:** Examining how societal expectations and stereotypes influence individuals' perspectives and self-expression. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Beauty:** Opportunity to challenge traditional beauty standards and promote inclusivity and body positivity. - **Film and Photography:** Innovative approaches to storytelling and visual aesthetics that challenge norms and provoke meaningful discussions. - **Social Media and Digital Content:** Creating engaging and shareable content that sparks conversations and encourages self-reflection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Pop-Up Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodyscape-installation.md) - [Intergenerational Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudios-fw25.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Nostalgic Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unseenbeauty-initiative.md) - [Sculpted Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-denim.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md)