Synopsis

Using the New Age idea of a 'dimensional shift' as inspiration, Shift combines science fiction themes through abstract, stop motion animation of objects and colour. It is an attempt to visualise higher dimensions and unearthliness, taking into account these concepts' heightened awareness when attempting to process or predict the end of the world.

Max Hattler

Max Hattler is an artist and academic who works with abstract animation, video installation and audiovisual performance. He holds a master's degree from the Royal College of Art and a Doctorate in Fine Art from the University of East London. His work has been shown at festivals and institutions such as Resonate, Ars Electronica, ZKM Center for Art and Media, MOCA Taipei and Beijing Minsheng Museum. Awards include Supernova, Cannes Lions, Bradford Animation Festival and several Visual Music Awards. Max has performed live around the world including at Expo Milan, Seoul Museum of Art and the European Media Art Festival. He lives in Hong Kong where he is an Associate Professor at School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong.