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201612 minGdoc-short

#RUSHES

201612 minGdoc-short

An in-camera 16mm edit captures the 1st anniversary of Occupy Wall Street in New York City, featuring the Jellyfish Brigade's participation.

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Jason Livingston

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An in-camera 16mm edit captures the 1st anniversary of Occupy Wall Street in New York City, featuring the Jellyfish Brigade's participation.

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Jason Livingstondirector

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New York City marks the first anniversary of Occupy Wall Street with a unique event that blends celebration and remembrance. Members of the Jellyfish Brigade, an ad hoc affinity group, participate in the day's activities, capturing the atmosphere on 16mm film. The visuals are accompanied by bold impact fonts that create a dynamic interplay with the images, reflecting a sense of warm antagonism. The 12-minute documentary presents a vivid snapshot of this significant moment in the movement's history.

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