OKURA WITH KAORI MAMOI AND SOUND BY DYLAN EBRAHIMIAN
BARBICAN WRITTEN BY RITA KALNEJAIS AND SOUND BY DYLAN EBRAHAMIAN
TROPEN MUSEUM WITH AIMEE ZITO LEMA AND SOUND BY DYLAN EBRAHAMIAN
Hugo Tillman's Artistic Journey through Film
Hugo Tillman's artistic journey is vividly captured in his trilogy of "slide show films," each unfolding a unique narrative rich in memory and place. Drawing on the style of Chris Marker and the philosophical insights of Frances Yates, this trilogy marries Tillman's innovative photographic techniques with immersive soundscapes and evocative storytelling.
"Okura": This film offers an intimate exploration of the Hotel Okura in Tokyo, a place of deep personal significance to Tillman. Featuring renowned Japanese actress Kaori Momoi, it captures the hotel at a pivotal moment before its renovation for the Tokyo Olympics. Infused with nostalgia and history, and enriched by Dylan Ebrahimian's soundscape , the film resonates with the legacy of Tillman's father, an antique glass dealer, and his mother's memories of Japan.
"The Barbican": Portraying London's architectural marvel, the Barbican, this film depicts the complex as a dynamic, evolving utopia. The narrative, enriched by Haley Charmichel's voice, and written by Rita Kalnejais, brings to life the Barbican's multifaceted existence. The film contrasts the complex's history with its vibrant present, highlighting the transformative power of memory and human resilience.
"The Tropen Museum": Delving into the significance of the Georg Tillmann collection, using photographs taken from the 1995 "Woven Documents" opening at the Tropen Museum, juxtaposed with imaes taken by Tillmann over a period of 20 years, this film narrates Tillman's enduring engagement with the museum. Crafted by visual artist Aimée Zito Lema, the narrative weaves through multiple perspectives, starting with her father, a political exile and poet from Argentina meeting her mother, followed by Zito Lema's reflections, and then her daughter Mia. This multi-generational narrative enriches the film, offering insights into critical discussions on provenance research and the shift in focus within the field of museology.
Together, these films represent a significant part of Hugo Tillman's artistic odyssey, intertwining personal history with broader historical narratives. They serve as a testament to his creative vision, where the past and present converge to offer a multi-layered perspective on memory, history, and identity. Each film, through its unique combination of visual, narrative, and auditory elements, invites audiences to engage with these intricate and evocative stories.
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