Atrophy (short film)
| Movie | |
|---|---|
| Original title | Atrophy |
| Country of production | South Africa |
| original language | English |
| Publishing year | 2009 |
| length | 8 minutes |
| Rod | |
| Director | Palesa Shongwe |
| script | Palesa Shongwe |
| production | Big Fish School of Digital Filmmaking |
| camera | Palesa Shongwe |
| cut | Palesa Shongwe |
Atrophy ( German atrophy ) is a South African short film by Palesa Shongwe from 2009 . In Germany, the film premiered on May 8, 2011 at the International Short Film Festival in Oberhausen .
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This work by Shongwe deals with how spaces narrow and demystify during the transition into adulthood. It pays homage to music and youth, both of which are the main carriers of the film.
Reviews
“The film 'Atrophy' is a successful composition of dance, poetry, music and documentary recordings. A young South African woman expresses her longing for freedom in dance, which creates community and reminds of her cultural tradition. At the same time, she fears that the space she develops in dance will be increasingly restricted by the living conditions in the townships. In the rhythm of the body, free spaces are created that withstand the growing social restrictions. "
Awards
International Short Film Festival Oberhausen 2011
Individual evidence
Web links
- Atrophy in the Internet Movie Database (English)