Synopsis
In today’s world, it’s almost impossible to truly stand still. We keep ourselves constantly busy, striving for more and getting less in return. Droom acknowledges this overwhelming feeling and invites us to experience three different phases of stillness.
In today’s world, it’s almost impossible to truly stand still. We keep ourselves constantly busy, striving for more and getting less in return. Droom acknowledges this overwhelming feeling and invites us to experience three different phases of stillness.
Full credits
- Section
- New Dutch
- Director
- Fleur Jonkers
- Choreographer
- Linde Lente Wagemakers
- Production countries
- Netherlands
- Production year
- 2024
- Duration
- 7 minutes
- Producer
- Dewi Sijtsema
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