I am a dog (and I am still happy I am), 2023 (trailer). 4K video, color, sound, 00:22:05
A short performance film depicting the relationship between a young female immigrant, identifying herself as a dog, and her mentally disturbed mother. Through fictional scenario and performance, the girl opts to transform herself into a dog, abandoning her mother and feeding off her body to evoke the intimate history.
This film combines autobiographical elements from the central character, Kyu Son, who plays the role of ‘girl’, with a metaphorical performance exploring notions of biological family and care work.
In collaboration with Kyungeun Son