Soaked In / 泡 (Pao) / Posrkane

Shiyu Tang (East China Normal University)

2022, China, 4'46''

In a humid and warm place, I existed. The whitewashed "gender selection" takes place in two different spaces, where satisfaction and despair mingle.

Obstajala sem v vlažnem in toplem kraju. Navzven olepšana »izbira spola« poteka v dveh prostorih, kjer se srečata zadovoljstvo in obup.

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Recommended for children under 14: yes
Techniques: sand animation, mixed

Written, directed and animated: Shiyu Tang

Shiyu Tang

is an independent animator originally from China and currently pursuing studies at CalArts. With a strong focus on social phenomena and female perspectives, Shiyu's work delves into the intricacies of our society. Through animation, she skillfully brings attention to important issues and sheds light on the experiences of women. She has won multiple awards and official selections worldwide.