Film Lens
Water Hands is a film that presents the concept of a sailor, represented by the literal Chinese translation of the term. The sailor remains unseen throughout the film, creating a sense of absence that parallels the woman waiting for him. The film uses tight black-and-white imagery to traverse locations such as Singapore and Montenegro, linking these diverse settings through a unique narrative logic.
The film's experimental narrative style allows for a non-linear exploration of themes related to longing and separation. By focusing on the unseen sailor and his counterpart, the film invites viewers to reflect on the emotional landscapes shaped by distance and waiting, all while maintaining a visually striking aesthetic.
Why Watch
- •See tight black-and-white imagery of Singapore and Montenegro.
- •Meet a sailor who remains unseen throughout the film.
- •Find out how absence shapes emotional narratives.
Did You Know
•The film is 92 minutes long.
•Water Hands was released in 2011.
•The term 'water hands' is the literal Chinese word for 'sailor'.
Perfect For
Experimental film loversFans of black-and-white cinemaThose interested in narrative structure