In Het Spiegelbeeld Zoek Ik
Michael Hauwert
In Het Spiegelbeeld Zoek Ik delves into insecurities triggered by the absence of stereotypical beauty ideals, particularly in the context of Asian features. The piece features music from 2D Reality by Vera van der Bie, performed by the West Side Trio: Vera van der Bie, Runa Kumar, and Annie Tångberg. Animation by Michael Hauwert and concept by Udo Prinsen complement the visual narrative.
In Het Spiegelbeeld Zoek Ik explores the theme of self-identity, focusing on the absence of stereotypical beauty ideals, specifically in the context of Asian eyes, and how this absence leads to insecurities. The music, 2D Reality (segment) by Vera van der Bie, is performed by the West Side Trio: Vera van der Bie (violin, fx, vocals), Runa Kumar (violin, fx, vocals), and Annie Tångberg (cello, fx, vocals). The animation, created by Michael Hauwert, and directed by Udo Prinsen, is part of the Mini Music Movie series. This clip is made to accompany Michael Hauwert’s short film Maar Hier Ben Ik Thuis.
