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Art-making is usually seen as a highly specialized form of work,
bracketed from daily life, but here it is depicted as fully integrated
with the quotidian. This holistic approach prepares us for the notion that
performance techniques can encompass both art-goals and life-goals.
David Finkelstein, Lake Ivan Film Journal
"THE CELEBRANTS" (2023; 32 min. Color and B/W) Made without a script, this video
experiment follows three performing artists - a dancer (Douglas Allen), singer (Sylvi Alli),
guitarist (Antero Alli) - who meet and discuss how each one approaches a creative state
before testing their notions in a spontaneous performance. Developed as a collaboration
based on a story idea by Antero. Videography, editing, and staging by Antero.
Sylvi Alli, Antero Alli, and Douglas Allen
Douglas Allen
Douglas Allen
Sylvi Alli, Antero Alli
Sylvi Alli, Antero Alli
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