Shot on a telephone through a handheld telescope, the 23-minute film reflects on humanity's fragility following the Fukushima disaster on March 11, 2011.
Synopsis
Shot on a telephone through a handheld telescope, the 23-minute film reflects on humanity's fragility following the Fukushima disaster on March 11, 2011.
Synopsis
Fukushima, Japan, became a focal point on March 11, 2011, when a disaster reshaped perceptions of modernity. "Ah Humanity." captures this moment through a unique lens, filmed on a telephone with a handheld telescope. The documentary combines audio from Japanese genbaku film soundtracks and scientific seismic laboratories. It presents an unsettling vision of humanity's relationship with technology and nature, reflecting on historical amnesia and the consequences of contemporary life. Directors Ernst Karel, Verena Paravel, and Lucien Castaing-Taylor guide this 23-minute exploration.
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Why Watch
- See the impact of the Fukushima disaster on modern society.
- Find out how sound design enhances the film's themes.
- Meet the woman director behind this short film.
Did You Know
- The film was released in 2015 and has a duration of 23 minutes.
- The Fukushima disaster occurred on March 11, 2011.
- The film uses a handheld telescope for its unique visual approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What disaster is referenced in Ah Humanity?
The documentary references the 3/11/11 disaster of Fukushima.
What is the duration of Ah Humanity?
Ah Humanity has a duration of 23 minutes.
Who are the directors of Ah Humanity?
The directors of Ah Humanity are Ernst Karel, Verena Paravel, and Lucien Castaing-Taylor.
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