Slow Video
Jang-bu was an ordinary boy except his special talent; To see every moving thing like a slow motion video. As friends teased him by calling ‘monster eyes’, he decided to stick at home and not to go out. Television has been his only friend. Time passes by, and now grown-up Jang-bu works at the CCTV control center which is the best job for him. When he sees people’s life through camera, he feels he’s sharing their ordinary life that he’s never had. This new job opens his heart to the world and Jang-bu starts to make some friends out of the control center. With his dear friends he receives sense of himself and finally decides to propose a girl that he loved for long from CCTV…
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the concept of 'slow television' through the lens of "Peeping Tom," a fictional television show about watching paint dry. It delves into the artistic and philosophical implications of such content, questioning its purpose and appeal.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary, 'Slow Video' did not receive widespread critical reviews in the traditional sense. Its reception is primarily within niche film festival circuits and among those interested in experimental or avant-garde cinema. It is generally acknowledged for its unique premise and its thought-provoking exploration of media consumption.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unconventional and conceptually rich subject matter.
- Noted for its dry wit and minimalist aesthetic.
- Seen as a commentary on modern media saturation and the desire for the mundane.
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Awards & Accolades
Selected for the Slamdance Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The fictional show 'Peeping Tom' within the documentary is named after the controversial 1960 Michael Powell film of the same name, hinting at themes of voyeurism and observation.
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