As the forward plate compresses the squishy element, it creates an area where light rays entering the taking lens, are undisturbed, while the area around the "clear zone" is curved, defocusing the entering rays. The director or cinematographer can give life to his/her vision via the joystick. From an actress's point of view, she can be made to look manic, a monster can have a point of view of the world unlike any we have ever seen, or a car can be given the illusion of increased speed. Computer controlled actuators accept input from the 3 axis joystick translating the coordinates into motor commands, which in turn, squeeze the squishy element. As the squishy element is compressed more, the "clear zone" increases in diameter, allowing more rays to reach the film undisturbed, creating a variable tunnel effect. The location of the "clear zone" can also be changed via the joystick. The Clairmont Squishy Lens gives immediate effects that can be viewed on the set now! No waiting for dailies to see if the effect works!