WAYS OF SEEING: FILM SCREENING AND DISCUSSION
The EIKI Super Slim 16mm projector—on loan from the Miami Dade Public Library—comes to life, setting the tone for an evening of analog cinema, conversation, and collective reflection.
The screening on May 14th unfolded as an intimate and memorable experience of film and conversation. Presented on 16mm and projected by Katharine Labuda, each short film became a tactile, luminous presence in the room. The selection, curated and introduced by Sean F. Banton, sparked a dialogue that extended far beyond the screen. His thoughtful guidance led the audience through the visual language, context, and emotion behind each piece, encouraging an active and open engagement with the works.
The atmosphere was warm and curious—an invitation to slow down and observe, to pay attention not only to the content but to the medium itself. The sound of the projector, the flicker of celluloid, and the quality of light created a sensory experience that reminded us of cinema’s physical and poetic roots.
We feel truly honored and grateful that our school was chosen as the venue for this projection. Hosting this gathering not only enriched our community, but also reaffirmed the power of collective viewing—where artists, students, and guests meet in a shared space to explore new ways of seeing.
It was a night of discovery, reflection, and connection—one we’ll carry with us for a long time.
With heartfelt thanks to Miami-Dade County, the Miami-Dade Public Library, and the AV Club for making this experience possible.
Ways of Seeing
• The Searching Eye (1964) – Directed by Saul Bass, this short film uses time-lapse, underwater, and aerial photography to reveal the unseen beauty of everyday life. Ordinary objects become visual metaphors, encouraging heightened perception.
• Désordre (1956) – Jacques Baratier captures the bohemian and intellectual pulse of post-war Paris, blending documentary and fiction to portray the vibrant cultural scene of Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
• Dream of Wild Horses (1960) – Denys Colomb de Daunant uses slow motion to turn the movements of horses into a dreamlike ballet. Light, shadow, and vast landscapes amplify the film’s emotional impact.
• At Land (1944) – Maya Deren's experimental film bends time and space through surreal transitions and imagery, disrupting linear narrative and immersing viewers in a poetic visual experience.
Each film invited us to see differently—to discover new dimensions of perception through the lens of cinema.
Not a tv set! a real projection!
