Deep Dive: Present.Perfect. (2019)
Film Lens
Present.Perfect. is a documentary film directed and edited by Shengze Zhu, composed entirely of livestream footage from Chinese streaming sites. Over ten months, Zhu edited 800 hours of footage into a two-hour montage, capturing the lives and interactions of various individuals in contemporary China. The film presents a unique perspective on digital culture and personal expression in a rapidly changing society.
The film had its world premiere at the 2019 International Film Festival Rotterdam, where it won the Hivos Tiger Award. This recognition shows the film's innovative approach to storytelling through the lens of livestreaming, reflecting the complexities of modern life in China through the eyes of its online participants.
Why Watch
- •See the impact of livestreaming on personal expression in China.
- •Follow the lives of diverse individuals in a digital landscape.
- •Meet the director Zhu Shengze and her unique editing style.
Did You Know
•The film is composed of 800 hours of footage edited into 124 minutes.
•It premiered at the 2019 International Film Festival Rotterdam.
•Zhu Shengze directed and edited the film herself over ten months.
•The film won the Hivos Tiger Award in 2019.
Perfect For
Digital culture enthusiastsFans of documentary filmmakingViewers interested in China