BORDERLESS

— Jan 2022 1 Season 8 Episodes

Ended

Overview

Borderless is a cinematic indie travel documentary series created by visual artist Natalie Lynn. Melding the grandeur of global exploration with the intimacy of a poetic video journal, the series serves as a raw, coming-of-age portrait of youth, mortality, and the passage of time. Against the backdrop of breathtaking, slow-paced landscapes and rich atmospheric sound design, Borderless follows a filmmaker capturing the profound realization of growing up. Rather than focusing on typical tourist destinations, the series treats travel as a canvas for deep philosophical reflection. Through a blend of dreamy cinematography, stop-motion animation, and vulnerable voiceovers, it transforms personal diaries into a universal meditation on what it truly means to feel alive in a rapidly changing world.

Created by Natalie Lynn

🇺🇸 United States · English

Cast

Natalie Lynn

Simon Kim

Spiffy

USA

I Spent My Life Savings To Travel In A Van.

Natalie Lynn abandons a traditional lifestyle to pursue a dream of full-time travel in a self-converted campervan. Searching for an affordable vehicle in a competitive market, they document the search process and the initial challenges of transitioning to a life on the road.

Jan 25, 2022 17m

I Renovated A Van Alone At 19.

After buying a 1990 Dodge B250 camper van with savings, Natalie Lynn documents the challenging four-month process of transforming the bug-infested vehicle. The renovation involves stripping the interior, repairing structural damage, and installing new floors, upholstery, and a custom kitchen.

Feb 26, 2022 19m

I Left Everything To Live In A Van.

After spending the summer renovating a van, Natalie Lynn prepares to leave Oregon and hometown life behind to travel. The journey involves coordinating with a friend from Norway and navigating the emotional transition into adulthood.

Apr 30, 2022 15m

I'm On An Adventure With No Destination.

Natalie Lynn embarks on a spontaneous road trip living out of a vintage van. Facing unexpected mechanical challenges and unplanned detours, the journey redefines the concept of a destination.

Jul 2, 2022 16m

I Just Turned 20 And I Feel Alive.

Natalie Lynn travels through the Pacific Northwest in a van to confront a fear of mortality. By visiting the high Vance Creek Bridge and embracing spontaneous adventures, Natalie Lynn seeks to better understand what it means to feel truly alive.

Sep 18, 2022 18m

Living In A Van Isn't What I Expected.

Natalie Lynn navigates the physical and emotional challenges of nomad life in Washington and Oregon, dealing with van repairs and changing environments. Forced to find internal certainty amid constant travel, they share raw moments of struggle and moments of growth through these profound experiences.

Jan 22, 2023 22m

The Adventure That Saved My Life.

After a devastating personal betrayal and the collapse of a dream van-life journey, Natalie Lynn reconnects with a past acquaintance for an impromptu trip across Canada. This spontaneous adventure challenges them with vehicle breakdowns, logistical nightmares, and profound conversations, testing their ability to trust and find joy in life's chaotic moments.

Jul 15, 2023 25m

I Was Free In This Moment.

Natalie Lynn travels solo down Nevada's loneliest road in a thirty-year-old van, documenting the challenges of van life. This journey culminates in a 21st birthday celebration in Las Vegas, marking the end of a personal chapter.

Dec 10, 2023 19m

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