Balal
Tanttu Antti
Balal is the artist's interpretation of an often pictured subject. The Hebrew word 'balal' means to mix, mingle and confuse. Balal is also connected to the Tower of Babel. The Tower Of Babel is common subject in art history.
Production Year
2014
Duration
00:01:59
Asiasana
animation, architecture, art, art history, darkness, experimental films, hybris, interpretation, religion and religions, symbolism, the Tower of Babel, towers, urban space
Original Title
Balal
Production Countries
Finland
Dialogue
No
Sound
Yes
Cast
Antti Tanttu (Author), Antti Tanttu (Cinematographer), Antti Tanttu (Director), Ville Tanttu (Editor), Antti Tanttu (Editor), Antti Tanttu (Sound)
Press Photos
Antti Tanttu was born in Malaga, Spain and currently lives and works in Helsinki. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Helsinki between 1984–89. His works often deal with issues such as solitude, absence and longing. Tanttu has participated in solo and group exhibitions since 1986 in e.g. Gallery Heino in Helsinki, Sara Hildén Art Museum in Tampere, Finland and Norrtälje Kunsthalle in Sweden, as well as in festivals and events around the world.