Film programme selected by Trajal Harrell and the short film Rose Color Dance. The programme will start with an introductory interview with Harrell: what’s special about this film, and what’s the link with his own work?
Dance of Darkness (1989)
Edin Velez's study of the dance form butoh explores the evolution of this expressive style through archival footage by pioneer and founder Tatsumi Hijikata. Kazuo Ohno, an influential butoh dancer, is featured with his iconic work 'Admiring La Argentina'. In addition, pieces such as Akaji Mori's 'Dai Rakuda Kan', Isamu Ohsuga's 'Byakko Sha' and Yoko Ashikawa's 'Hakutoboh' are highlighted, which together illustrate the depth and versatility of butoh. Many of these dancers have worked directly with Hijikata and share their insights about his artistic legacy.
Rose Color Dance (1965)
Rose Color Dance is an experimental film that depicts a period in which Hijikata developed into the founder of butoh. Kazuo Ohno will attend as a guest dancer. The film provides a unique look at the origins and evolution of butoh dance and is an important document in the history of Japan’s avant-garde art. The film captures the intensity of Hijikata’s so-called ‘dance experiences’, where the male dancers in evening dress all move gracefully until an intruder disrupts the harmony. Iimura, who put himself in the film as a performer, used a handheld 8mm camera to create a dynamic, almost physical cinematic experience, which he later called a ‘cine-dance’. The overexposed, blurry images cut with normal recordings heighten the film’s raw, experimental aesthetics. A highlight is the memorable duet between Hijikata and Ohno that demonstrates the deep expressivity of butoh.
dates
Tue June 24 7:15 PM
prices
- default € 12,50
- children below 11 y/o € 7,50
information
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English
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Please note:
tickets for Stadspas Groene Stip / Cineville / NFC / KNF / Eye Society Members available at EYE.
