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20176 minPGdoc-short

Branches

20176 minPGdoc-short

Four locations in Helsinki are depicted using early 1950s newsreel footage, accompanied by four tape loops and four locked-groove vinyls.

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Four locations in Helsinki are depicted using early 1950s newsreel footage, accompanied by four tape loops and four locked-groove vinyls.

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Mika Taanila

Mika Taaniladirector

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Helsinki in the early 1950s serves as the backdrop for a visual study of urban life. The film features newsreel footage from four distinct locations in the city. Each scene is paired with four tape loops and four locked-groove vinyls, creating an auditory experience that complements the visuals. The combination of imagery and sound captures a moment in time, reflecting the atmosphere of post-war Finland. The documentary runs for six minutes.

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