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Karin Weber Gallery is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking exhibition centered on film and the history of cinema. Cinema and filmmaking are integral to Hong Kong鈥檚 visual culture, embodying its rich history and diverse narratives while showcasing the city鈥檚 vibrant creativity and artistic spirit. This exhibition marks the first collaboration with three exceptional local artists, each bringing a unique perspective. 鈥楥inema Reimagined: A Journey Through Celluloid Dreams鈥� is distinguished by the artists鈥� access to a rare collection of vintage cinema equipment in Hong Kong, which serves as a profound source of inspiration for their innovative artworks.

鈥楶hantom limb sensation鈥� refers to the experience of feeling sensations in a limb that is no longer present. In cultural studies, this concept serves as a powerful metaphor for how communities maintain deep-rooted connections to cultural practices, identities, or histories that have been disrupted or erased. Artist Lau Ka Chun, Jay, is drawn to archives and records, which play a crucial role in his research-driven projects. By examining theatre catalogues from the 1940s 鈥� an era when the architectural design of movie theatres flourished 鈥� Lau taps into that sense of nostalgia. Although these old theatres may no longer exist, the memories and cultural significance they represent continue to resonate, much like the lingering sensations of a phantom limb, reminding us of the enduring ties to our shared past.

The goal of advancing technology in theatres is to enhance the audience鈥檚 immersion in the cinematic world 鈥� so much so that viewers may feel as if they are part of that world themselves. Watching movies in theatres is both a communal and personal experience; it fosters shared emotions among the audience while inviting individual reflections, blending connection with solitude. Contemporary composer Kenrick Ho has transformed a TV radio set into an interactive media work that tracks bodily movement and generates dynamic audio and visual samples.