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© Heidi Zickle

Duration 8’

In Collaboration with Cinedans Amsterdam

Performance Award at the Urban Films Festival 2022 and Third Audience Award at the TANZAHOI International Dance Film Festival 2022

Anne Nguyen invites viewers to question the concept of cultural appropriation and the stereotypes associated with bodies through dance. The film questions the influence of large-scale architectural complexes on human beings and their social behavior, while celebrating the 60th anniversary of architect Fernand Pouillon's Résidence Le Parc in Paris: "To underline the monumental and timeless aspect of his creations, I decided to have the dancers wear Native American headdresses. ("...) - Anne Nguyen.

Anne Nguyen, Greg Kozo

Founded by Anne Nguyen, Compagnie par Terre has been captivating audiences with dance and theater performances since 2005. Anne Nguyen, a dancer, choreographer, author, and director, has received esteemed accolades including Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2015 and the Prix Nouveau Talent Chorégraphie SACD in 2013. Her work has graced renowned stages and festivals worldwide, from the Holland Festival in Amsterdam to the Avignon Festival in France.

Greg Kozo, a prominent figure in house music, has released EPs on Place Blanche and Enchanté Records while touring globally with a top French electronic band from 2009 to 2015. In 2016, he embarked on a solo career, releasing his debut album on ROY MUSIC. His melodic, deep-house sound is showcased in singles like "YOU," accompanied by a visually captivating video shot in Bangkok. Notably, the track "SIGNS" reflects his club culture roots, while I:CUBE (Versatile) offers a soulful remix of "YOU," highlighting Greg's influence in the French Touch scene.

Cast & Credits

Script, text, direction and choreography: Anne Nguyen Director: Anne Nguyen and Greg Kozo Dancers: Sonia Bel Hadj Brahim aka "SonYa", Arnaud Duprat aka "AAron EVO", Fabrice Labrana aka "Fabbreezy", Pascal Luce aka "Scalp", Tony Ndoumba aka "Tonynoscript" Music: Sébastien Lété Image: Greg Kozo Drone: Cédric Nussli Editing: Mohamed Bouhiya, Anne Nguyen, Greg Kozo Graphics: Mohamed Bouhiya Calibration: Greg Kozo

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