12 March 2024, 4-6 pm (private)
13 March 2024, 4-6 pm (public)
This project delves into the realm of romantic relationships, endeavoring to articulate that marriage and love are not solely the epitome of bliss as idealized, but rather that happiness and sorrow are intertwined and inseparable. We place our faith in our partner’s vows, their fidelity and enduring love, believing in the perpetual magnetism between us. Yet, despite our faith and bravery, even the most steadfast vows cannot secure the future’s certainty. All we can do at the moment of professing our vows and love is to exchange our sincerest sentiments. The beauty of love and promises may not be everlasting, but in that moment, they fulfill their eternal purpose. Through metaphor-laden installation and interactive experiences, this project immerses its audience in the complex emotional landscape of romantic relationships, striving to impart an understanding of love and vows by contrasting their beauty with their fragility.
Credit list
Project Director: Jieming Lan
Set Designer: Jieming Lan
Graphic Designer: Danjing Yang, Jieming Lan, Luoyi Xu
Production: Jieming Lan, Luoyi Xu
Dramaturgy: Jieming Lan
Filming performer: Chufan Chen
Composer: Hongliang Wu
Voice Acting: Jieming Lan, Tian Lan
Filming Assistant: Chufan Chen
Filmer & Editor: Jieming Lan
Translator: Charon Hu, Jieming Lan
Stage Assistant: Kailin Xu
Special thanks to:
Fei Jin
AAIS Students
AAIS Studio Tutors
AA Wood and Metal Workshop
AA Model Workshop
AA AV Studio