"In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats": A Journey Back to the Acid House Era at the Geneva International Film Festival
We are thrilled to announce that our critically-acclaimed virtual reality experience, "In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats," has been selected to play at the 29th edition of the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF) in 2023!
GIFF has always been a magnificent stage for showcasing a diverse range of audiovisual creations, and this year it continues the tradition. The festival, scheduled over ten days, promises an exploration into the plurality of voices and narratives through series, cinema, and immersive experiences. This much-anticipated event also offers the perfect blend of conferences, parties, and unique encounters, as the world joins in celebrating the imaginary.
In the Immersive section, "In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats" stands as a glowing beacon, offering an extraordinary VR creation that has already captivated audiences internationally. Directed by Darren Emerson, the 35-minute-long experience is a vibrant, pulsating, and immersive journey into the height of the Acid House movement in 1989 Coventry.
Here’s your chance to step into a virtual world, set amidst the captivating landscape of a tumultuous decade in the UK. You'll travel from poster-strewn bedrooms to pirate radio stations, from police headquarters to secret warehouses. You'll step into the shoes of rave culture pioneers, going in search of the clandestine party that marked a revolution in music and society.
As the MusicTech review aptly puts it: “It may occur in a virtual world but it feels thrillingly real." The documentary combines Acid House tracks with interactivity and multi-sensory simulation, offering an unprecedented exploration into the narratives of promoters, police officers, and rave-goers who were at the forefront of this social phenomenon.
"In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats" invites you to book your ticket back to 1989. Experience the anticipation, the trepidation, the excitement, and the euphoria that was Acid House. This is not just an invitation to view a documentary, but to participate in the living history of an era that forever shaped a generation.
So, get ready to dive into this thrilling, immersive VR experience at GIFF 2023. Let's celebrate the power of imagination and the enduring spirit of the Acid House era. Join us at the Geneva International Film Festival, and together, we'll keep the repetitive beats alive!