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The Moebius Strip 2002 / 26' Director: Vincent Pluss Choreographer: Gilles Jobin Music by: Franz Treichler Photography: Thomas Hardmeier Performers: C.Bonomo, V.Gombromovicz, L.Rubio, G.Jobin Production: Intermezzo Films Switzerland The film is based on the performance of the same name. Endless wandering and constantly changing direction is the key concept along with the idea of attachment. Stripping off, walking on all fours, the study of movement through the manipulation of the body by others are recurring features of the Swiss choreographer's vocabulary. Yet, this time their synthesis is distinguished by unprecedented unity and absorption, without climaxes, without cruelty. This change may be the result of the fact that the choreographer himself is taking part in the performance - for the first time after a long time - and of the physical contact with his dancers that this entails. Although hardly intentional on the choreographer's part, the ritual movement makes spectators respond by watching in a discreet - even pious - manner. Detailed and equally discreet, Vincent Pluss's filming enhances this feeling without ever becoming distanced. The soundtrack consists of sounds produced electronically during the nine-month rehearsals by Franz Treichler. Credit for the marvellous lighting must go to Daniel Demont. [ back to the list ]