In Beach Birds -The Shaman, The Guardian, The journey -, I investigate the ways of seeing in relation to the car accident that left me with permanent double vision since 2002.  A shaman and my spirit animal become the mediators of this healing journey that allows me to move from trauma to the idea of an event as a catharsis. Inspired by the Merce Cunningham piece "Beach Birds," I borrow tropes from experimental film to open the door to a healing trance: Merce Cunningham dancers, shown in photographic negative, perform ballet moves against animated music notes from the score of John Cage (Four3 "Beach Birds") with New York City as a backdrop. The result is a deeply personal meditation essay on the secret to healing trauma. A contemplative composition that weaves chance with shamanic motions. 

 

Performers: Begoña Rivero, Andres Senra, Ivana Larrosa

Camera: Andres Senra, Ivana Larrosa 

Director: Ivana Larrosa

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HD Sound. New York, 2024

Duration: 15 min

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