Remembering Simon Fildes

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English - October 13, 2022 16:15 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB
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This week’s episode is dedicated to the life, work and legacy of Simon Fildes who was an international award-winning film-maker, artist, curator and teacher. This episode features the voices of some of Simon’s many collaborators and colleagues, who share their memories and reflections on both him and his work.

Simon was a pioneer in choreographic approaches to editing and his work with frequent collaborator Katrina McPherson continued to push boundaries and expectations of the hybridization of dance and film. Simon was also a leader in the screendance field, facilitating networks and conversations that connected and inspired artists through both in-person and online initiatives. He worked as a curator for many organizations and eventually established Screen.dance Scotland which showcased the work of other artists and filmmakers to a global audience.

EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS:

Ellen Bromberg

Omari “Motion” Carter & Anna Clifford (The Motion Dance Collective)

Robin Gee

Abby Warilow & Lewis Gourlay (Cagoule Dance)

Ben Estabrook

Mitchell Rose

SELECT FILMS:

There is a Place

Dancer: Sang JiJia

Camera: Katrina McPherson

Editor: Simon Fildes