Closer
Laine Albert
Closer is a jagged existential animation about how the perspective to life can change. It tells the story of an old artist, broken by his difficult memories. It is an animated short film about closeness, love, acceptance and healing.
Production Year
2024
Duration
00:07:55
Asiasana
Original Title
Lähemmäs
Finnish Title
Lähemmäs
English Title
Closer
Production Countries
Finland
Dialogue
Yes
Sound
Yes
Cast
Albert Laine (Author), Albert Laine (Cinematographer), Albert Laine (Composer), Albert Laine (Director), Albert Laine (Editor), Albert Laine (Producer), Albert Laine (Script), Albert Laine (Sound Design), Albert Laine (Funder)
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Albert Laine is a multidisciplinary artist primarily engaged in animation and the visual arts. His creative practice extends to music, hardware hacking, and repair. Through his work, he explores socio-political themes within defined, structured frameworks, emphasizing the tension between freedom and constraint. He holds a Master’s degree in Animation from Aalto University. Albert lives and works in Helsinki.