The Crack-Up
An 18-minute 16mm film captures the sounds and sights of glaciers as they slowly crumble, reflecting themes of desperation and hope.
Synopsis
An 18-minute 16mm film captures the sounds and sights of glaciers as they slowly crumble, reflecting themes of desperation and hope.
Synopsis
Crumbling glaciers serve as the backdrop for Schwartz’s 2017 work, which employs 16mm film to capture their slow decay. The film intertwines sights and sounds, creating a dialogue between desperation and hope. Superimpositions and a strident soundtrack enhance the contrasting tones of intensity and tranquility. The piece reflects on the unpredictable rhythms of change, inviting contemplation on the natural world and its transformations.
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