A work exploring truth through playful animation
Video, Music Do you know Plato's allegory of the cave? It tells the story of people who see only shadows and mistake them for reality. When one of them finally looks beyond them, they discovers that the shadows are only illusions and that reality is far richer and more complex. But when they return to share their discovery, the others do not believe them; they refuse to see the truth. The animated short film Science as a Pillar of Trust (Science, a Pillar of Trust) by Slovak artist duo Ové Pictures reinvents this classic story and reflects today's world, where misinformation, half-truths, and lies spread at uncontrollable speed. It emphasizes that, even today, it is essential to cultivate critical thinking, fact-checking, and the defense of truth. On the journey from illusion to knowledge, science emerges as a pillar that provides the tools needed to distinguish reality from fiction and explore reality with eyes wide open. At the same time, it poses a challenge: how can we avoid being fooled by shadows, and how can we find the courage to seek and accept the truth? Screening of the animated film until midnight. DJ YAME (UA) sets dance floors around the world alight with his infectious electro-pop, synth-dance, and indie disco tracks. He offers sunny music and a message of peace and love. His work combines atmospheric depth, powerful melodic compositions, and driving dance-floor energy, creating a polished, cosmic indie dance aesthetic with a strong emotional dimension. DJ Hofsan (FR) - Carried by a sunny, communicative energy and fueled by Latin and tribal influences, his sets are rhythmic, warm, and unifying, often ending with soaring Trance passages and melodies tinged with nostalgia. DJ set until 11:30 p.m. Curated by Zuzana Pacáková. With support from the Institut slovaque de Paris, Europavox.
Source: paris.fr — photo: © Ove pictures, Science is a Pillar of Trust