pilgrimage

Pilgrimage utilizes amateur footage collected during a residency in Sydney, Australia. The film presents a voyeuristic portrayal of a pilgrimage in a bustling urban environment, where individuals confront the entrance of a temple. It delves into the interplay of archive and fiction, reflecting on the processes of memory and decay.

The film employs an optical printer and various hand-made techniques to transform the original footage. This approach highlights the relationship between the past and present, as well as the experience of collective memory. Pilgrimage stands out for its artistic experimentation with found footage, creating a layered narrative that invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of urban pilgrimage.