in 1964 van gasteren decided to film all his movements, both outward and inner. he narrates early in the film, "i wanted to make a film about my memories, my observations and experiences. as a filmmaker, i can make that visible." explaining his idea to his wife in the film, he says, "i want to show everything, because every observation i make fits in with that. look jacq, every step i take (he takes a deliberate step forward in the room) – also inwards (points to his chest) – everything i am involved in (gestures at the objects in the room)."