Political, ethical and existential questions arise when street life mixes up with art school projects. In the first few moments of Time Passes we find ourselves in a Norwegian library being introduced to Bianca, a woman who calmly informs us that she’s not come there to read but to keep warm. After hours spent begging on the pavement, she usually visits the library with a young art student called Damla. Inspired into action by artists such as Bas Jan Ader and Mierle Laderman Ukeles, Damla has decided to join Bianca on the streets for six months.
Framed around preparations for Damla’s graduation show, Ane Hjort Guttu’s film provocatively asks whether art can play any role in meaningful rebellions against injustice. In doing so, Time Passes testifies to the extraordinary value of artists’ work, whilst laying bare the limits of their collaboration.
Film details
- Country of production
- Norway
- Year
- 2015
- Festival edition
- IFFR 2016
- Length
- 47'
- Medium/Format
- DCP
