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Exploring the Fusion: Crash Games as Art in a Contemporary Gallery

Picture this: a gallery pulsating with the energy of F777 Fighter, the cosmic allure of Space XY, and the adrenaline rush of Need for X. Can crash games be more than just pixels on a screen? Can they transcend the digital realm and materialize as captivating art installations in a contemporary gallery space? Let’s dive into the exciting realm of possibilities.

Crash games, with their dynamic visuals and interactive nature, possess the potential to become immersive art experiences. Imagine F777 Fighter translated into a kinetic sculpture, where the crashes manifest as explosive bursts of color and sound, echoing the intensity of the digital game.

Space XY, with its cosmic theme, could transform a gallery into an otherworldly environment. Picture visitors navigating through a celestial landscape, interacting with installations that mirror the unpredictability of the crash game, creating an unforgettable sensory experience.

Need for X, known for its high-speed thrills, might find its material form as a multi-dimensional installation. Visitors could step into a space where the speed and crashes are tangible, blurring the lines between virtual and physical realities.

  • Interactive Exhibits: Allow gallery-goers to engage with the crash game experience physically, triggering crashes and exploring the consequences in real-time.
  • Visual Spectacle: Harness the vivid graphics and themes of these games to create visually stunning installations that captivate and challenge perceptions.
  • Soundscapes: Consider incorporating dynamic sound elements that respond to the crashes, enhancing the immersive quality of the installations.

In the fusion of crash games and contemporary art, the possibilities are as boundless as the digital landscapes they draw inspiration from. The challenge lies in translating the essence of these games into tangible, material forms that captivate and resonate with gallery visitors. Could crash games be the next frontier in pushing the boundaries of what we perceive as art? The journey into this uncharted territory is as thrilling as the crash itself.

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Event Information:

  • Thu
    12
    Jun
    2014

    SKIP TRACER - on 16mm!

    The Dissenting Academy, London UK

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    Cigarette Burns Cinema presents:
    SKIP TRACER - on 16mm!
    presented by Spectacular Optical's Kier-La Janisse

    Thursday June 12 - 7:00pm - FREE!

    The Dissenting Academy
    92 Mildmay Park,  London, United Kingdom

     

    We're heading back to the pub, with more adventures in cinematic oddities.
    This time, we visit Canada with lost Canuxploitation SKIP TRACER, unavailable on DVD, bluray and with a minuscule VHS release in the early 80s, we're really looking forward to this screening.

    SKIP TRACER follows John, a debt collector as he tries to reclaim his Employee of the Year crown, along the way he teaches rookie Brent, the harsh heartless tricks of the trade. This gritty drama is a character piece, exploring the driven lust and questioning the very thing that he is chasing.
    We're pleased to welcome Kier-La Janisse, a Canadian film writer and programmer, who grew up during the all-important Canadian Tax Shelter years - a time when Canada was churning out hundreds genre of films, thanks to an incredible increase in taxation allowances. Kier-La is also the author of House of Psychotic Women: An Autobiographical Topography of Female Neurosis in Horror and Exploitation Films and editor of the upcoming Spectacular Optical Book One: Kid Power!