LYS I GADEN, 7.5 MIN. 2010
animation and video
Animated installation on Blågårds Plads in Nørrebro, Copenhagen. My aim for the film, ‘Lys I Gaden’, has been to present a contrast to the medias coverage of events surrounding Blågårds Square. I wanted to investigate whether the idea of a ‘unique history’ exists and, if so, how can the story be supplemented and retold; how to add new vantage points to the story itself? How can one amplify the retelling and visualize qualities such as mood or atmosphere?
Many are unaware of the events surrounding the Square and its neighboring streets- perhaps this version can contribute to a more nuanced picture of ongoing conflicts in the area. Blågårds Square always been a ‘lively ‘area, and not just now where recurring gang wars are prevalent.
A Square possesses a shared memory – and therefore it is interesting to resuscitate and rethink it periodically- hopefully contributing to a more nuanced perspective of the conflicts there. The medias’ story and the communal memory of events melt together and become folklore; one wonders whether one has read about it or whether it has been experienced personally or even heard it from a third party. As such, it is important that a place such as Blågårds Square owns its story.
