Film : VIGILANTE VIGILANTE
Vigilante, Vigilante (86mins US)
Director : Max Good
Producer : Nathan Wollman
Official website
Sf Kino: Fri 30.09. Sat 1.10 and Sun 02.10, 16:00. Tickets 60kr
A new breed of crime fighter now stalks the urban landscape: the anti graffiti vigilante. These dedicated blight warriors stop at nothing to rid their neighborhoods and cities of street art, stickers, tags, and posters. Yet several of these vigilantes have become the very menace they set out to eliminate. In their relentless attempt to stamp out graffiti, they’ve turned to illegally and destructively painting other people’s property.
VIGILANTE VIGILANTE is the story of two filmmakers who set out to expose these mysterious characters and discover a battle of expression that stretches from the streets to academia.
The film broadens to encompass questions of why people are motivated to do graffiti and how it relates to the wider culture, as well as why some may appreciate it while others hate it. The film introduces several interview subjects, including psychiatrists who discuss the vigilante character in American culture, as well as psychological insights into graffiti writers. Urban theorist and graffiti expert Stefano Bloch explains the cultural importance of graffiti as well as the widespread misunderstanding of the phenomenon. Graffiti writers, most disguised in masks, give their perspectives on the culture and its opponents. James Q. Wilson, prestigious co-author of the “Broken Windows Theory” makes the argument for a vigilante response against graffiti and other “quality of life” crimes. The filmmakers are not convinced and point towards the theory’s small scope and lopsided priorities.
Ultimately, “Vigilante Vigilante” is about tolerance and creating a conversation with one’s opponents. It’s the story of a battle between two perspectives and two generations. It is a youthful film that challenges conventional wisdom about who the villains are in the fight over graffiti. The story and methods may be brash, but the arguments are rooted reason and debate. The film is a unique appeal to reconsider some of our assumptions and recognize the importance of free public expression and the communicative use of public space.
TELLAS: ARTIST PRESENTATION
Young Italian artist Tellas gives a presentation of his work. In association with Kunstskolen i Rogaland. Free Entry.
HERBERT BAGLIONE: ARTIST PRESENTATION
Sao Paulo's Herbert Baglione makes a rare European appearance at this years Nuart. We're proud to have secured a talk from one of Brazil's most exciting young art...
HERBERT BAGLIONE: ARTIST PRESENTATION
Sao Paulo's Herbert Baglione makes a rare European appearance at this years Nuart. We're proud to have secured a talk from one of Brazil's most exciting young art...
Film : VIGILANTE VIGILANTE
A new breed of crime fighter now stalks the urban landscape. Two filmmakers go undercover to expose anti-graffiti vigilantes who stop at nothing to rid their neig...
Film : LIGHTS CAMERA PICHACAO
Another great European Premiere for Nuart, this time of Brazilian documentary Lights Camera Pichação
Sf Kino Fri 23.09 and Sat 24.09, 16:00. Tickets 60kr
ESCIF AND HYURO PAINTING WORKSHOP
A unique opportunity to join Escif and Hyuro on a painting workshop that explores their motives and techniques. All materials provided. The workshop is also free ...
DAN WITZ WORKSHOP FOR KIDS
Dan Witz shows over 30 excited kids how to float eyeballs in space. The most fun we had all week.
OBRESTAD LIGHTHOUSE
Opening 30th Sept kl1800 at Obrested Lighthouse, Hå Gamle Prestegard
TELLAS: ARTIST PRESENTATION
Young Italian artist Tellas gives a presentation of his work. In association with Kunstskolen i Rogaland. Free Entry.
CARLO McCORMICK
A dynamic series of talks, artist presentations and panel debates from this years artists and invited guests.
