The Light Gleams An Instant

The experimental short film dwells at the intersection of art, music and nature, casting new light on artist-jeweller Shing of Argentum, Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music.

Step into a realm where art, music, and nature intertwine in this experimental short film, shot entirely on VHS with deliberate generation loss, as it takes you on a journey of exploration and introspection.

Inspired by the enigmatic specimen ZRC_1_3200:3203 at the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, the film delves into the recursive nature of memory and meaning-making. Abstract realities unfold through observation, dialogue, and human interaction, unearthing deeper dimensions within the worlds of artist-jeweller Shing of Argentum, taxonomist Dr Tan Swee Hee of the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and Principal Conductor Jason Lai of the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music.

Conceived, Directed and Edited by:
Natalie Soh

In collaboration with:
Cherry Chan, Jaye Neo, Cheng Lijie, Evan Tan