Matthew Thorne, Director, Sydney

Description

This is a black-and-white montage that features cityscapes of Philadelphia and Baltimore, urban youth, and street scenes. The video shifts between high-angle city views and street-level shots of urban life. People are seen driving cars, riding motorbikes, and playing drums. There are scenes of children playing, posing, and smiling, and a man putting on a baseball cap. The overall mood is somber and documentary-like. The style leans towards photojournalism, capturing urban life with a raw and unvarnished aesthetic.