The Kumbha Mela: Same As It Ever Was
This is a silent film, with a musical soundtrack, shot during a boat journey along the waterways of Kashmir that took him to the festival. Using the simplest equipment, a Super-8-camera with a special lens, and directing his attention at simple things--the rhythmic splashing of a heart-shaped oar, the sparkle of evening sun on still waters--Albert Falzon has captured the timeless slow motion of Northern India.
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Video game critics use the same arguments against gaming as they did for movies, music, television, comics, books... A machinima film in defense of video games. Created using TVML Mini (NHK). Music by Lackluster. Video: 720x576@25 Xvid Audio: 128kps MP3
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- Albert Falzon
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