Synopsis
Smartphones have undeniably transformed the way we live, impacting nearly every aspect of our daily lives. A crew of young dancers explore the effects of technology through a dynamic interplay between dance and camera.
Smartphones have undeniably transformed the way we live, impacting nearly every aspect of our daily lives. A crew of young dancers explore the effects of technology through a dynamic interplay between dance and camera.
Full credits
- Section
- International Student Competition
- Director
- Roger Bayerri
- Choreographer
- Kike Granero
- Production countries
- Spain
- Production year
- 2024
- Duration
- 5 minutes
- Producer
- Institute of the Arts Barcelona
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