Film Lens
Terminal City records the demolition of the Devonshire Hotel in Vancouver. The film employs extreme slow motion at 200 frames per second, which captures the transition from order to chaos during the demolition. This technique, combined with symmetrical diagonal framing, creates a unique visual experience that emphasizes the destruction of the hotel.
The film's sparseness and the patience required from viewers enhance the explosive climaxes of the demolition. The everyday violence of the event is transformed into moments of convulsive beauty, as noted by Jim Shedden and Michael Zryd in The Independent Eye. The film lasts for 9 minutes and offers a distinct perspective on urban change.
Why Watch
- •See the Devonshire Hotel's dramatic demolition.
- •Find out how slow motion transforms destruction.
- •Meet unique visual techniques in short film.
Did You Know
•The film uses extreme slow motion at 200 frames per second.
•Terminal City has a runtime of 9 minutes.
•The Devonshire Hotel in Vancouver was demolished during the film.
Perfect For
Urban demolition enthusiastsFans of experimental filmVancouver history buffs