We are delighted to announce that the latest video work "The Currency: Sensing I Agbogbloshie" co-directed by Taiwanese artist Musquiqui Chihying, Togolese musician Elom 20ce, and German artist Gregor Kasper, has been selected as a finalist in the International Competition section of the 76th Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland.
In this film, the three artists use a combination of visuals and sound to embark on a journey with the audience, exploring the world's largest electronic waste disposal site on the outskirts of Accra, Ghana, known as Agbogbloshie. Here, every day, electronic waste from around the globe, including old mobile phones and computers, is skillfully disassembled and sorted by local workers. However, due to the lack of adequate recycling systems and equipment, the toxic substances generated from decomposing electronic waste inevitably find their way into the natural ecosystem, are absorbed by living organisms and the soil, or even ended up in the ocean.
To delve into the enormous impact of transnational capitalism in the global South, the trio ingeniously integrates performance videos, experimental music, and documentary film in their creative process. Through this interdisciplinary collaboration, they use the medium of video to provoke profound reflections and raise awareness among audiences about this pressing global issue.
The selection of this work in the festival is a recognition of the creators' dedication to exploring this topic in-depth and provides viewers with a unique perspective on the realities and consequences of human activities. We anticipate that this work will resonate with a wide audience and offer valuable insights towards building a more sustainable future.
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