Instant Dreams (2017)
公開年: 2017
国: Netherlands
別タイトル: Полароидни мечти, Polaroid. Błyskawiczne spełnienie marzeń, Миттєві мрії
監督: Willem Baptist
脚本家: Willem Baptist
制作＆ジャンル
プロデューサー: Producer: Pieter van Huystee
会社: NTR, Pieter van Huystee Film & TV
ジャンル: Documentary, Drama, Sci-Fi
Budget: N/A
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キーワード
キーワード: analog, photography, polaroid
ストーリー
Instant Dreams (2017) explores the journey of Polaroid photography from its inception to its current state through the eyes of those who continue to champion it despite its decline in popularity due to digital technology. The film delves into the visionary genius of Edwin H. Land, the inventor of the Polaroid camera, and his impact on photography and culture. The narrative follows various individuals who remain dedicated to keeping Land's instant dream alive, including former Polaroid employee Stephen Herchen who moved to Europe to continue developing Polaroid film, author Christopher Bonanos whose book 'Instant' chronicles the story of Polaroid, and artist Stefanie Schneider who uses expired Polaroid film to create unique photographic art. The film contrasts the analog era of Polaroid with the digital age, highlighting the beauty and nostalgia of instant photography in an increasingly digitized world.
概要
Instant Dreams is a visual essay directed by Willem Baptist that celebrates the art of Polaroid photography amidst the rise of digital technology. Set against the backdrop of the contrasting analog and digital eras, the film pays tribute to Edwin H. Land's visionary innovation with the Polaroid camera. Through interviews with dedicated enthusiasts like Stephen Herchen and Christopher Bonanos, as well as showcasing artist Stefanie Schneider's unique expired film photography, Instant Dreams serves as a testament to the enduring appeal of instant photography despite its decline in popularity. The documentary explores themes of nostalgia, artistry, and the evolution of technology, offering viewers an intimate look into the world of Polaroid enthusiasts.
