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Andrei Tarkovsky - Nostalghia / Olan Mill - Prescribed Individual
“We carry with us the dwelling place of our soul like the turtle carries its shell. A journey through all the countries of the world would be a mere symbolic journey. Whatever place one arrives at, it is still one’s soul that one is searching for.”
Andrei Tarkovski.
Olan Mill — Home. 2012 : Preservation.
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Andrei Tarkovsky - Nostalghia / Olan Mill - Prescribed Individual
In Andrei Tarkovsky's film Nostalghia, one of the most visually striking and symbolic scenes depicts the protagonist, Andrei Gorchakov, sitting at the edge of a ruined bed amid a dreamlike landscape saturated with dampness and decay. The setting presents a devastated interior with walls deteriorated by time and neglect, enveloped in a grayish, nearly monochromatic atmosphere that evokes melancholy and isolation.
At the foot of the bed lies a German shepherd, silently accompanying Andrei with an almost solemn serenity. The animal's presence reinforces feelings of loneliness and vulnerability while symbolically connecting the dog's fidelity with the protagonist's sense of loss. This contrast between the domestic and the inhospitable generates a powerful emotional impact, emphasizing the central theme of the film: nostalgia as an existential state, the impossibility of returning home, and the profound feeling of inner exile.
The scene remains etched in memory due to its painterly and poetic composition, typical of Tarkovsky’s style, characterized by long, fixed shots that encourage contemplation, creating a sensation of eternity and transcendence from the simplicity of an everyday scene transformed into an existential metaphor.
Andrei Tarkovsky - Nostalghia / Olan Mill - Prescribed Individual
Estoy solo entre materias desvencijadas, la lluvia cae sobre mí, y se me parece, se me parece con su desvarío, solitaria en el mundo muerto, rechazada al caer, y sin forma obstinada. Pablo Neruda
Andrei Tarkovsky - Nostalghia / Olan Mill - Prescribed Individual
By merging the bed scene from Andrei Tarkovsky's Nostalghia with Olan Mill's musical piece "Prescribed Individual," I aimed to create an audiovisual experience that highlights the emotional depth and contemplative atmosphere characteristic of Tarkovsky's cinema, enriched by Olan Mill's ambient soundscapes.
In Nostalghia, Tarkovsky presents the protagonist in a moment of introspection and vulnerability, lying on a bed in a setting that reflects decay and abandonment. The director employs long takes and meticulous composition to convey a sense of stagnation and melancholy. The subdued lighting and muted colors contribute to an atmosphere of solitude and reflection.
"Prescribed Individual" by Olan Mill is an ambient piece that utilizes ethereal and minimalist sonic textures. The music evolves slowly, creating an introspective atmosphere that complements the visual aesthetics of the scene. The soft sounds and subtle harmonic progressions add an additional layer of emotional depth.
The combination of Tarkovsky's scene with Olan Mill's music results in a synergy that amplifies the emotional impact of both works. The ambient music enhances the sense of introspection and contemplation present in the scene, while the visuals provide a context that enriches the auditory experience. This fusion allows the viewer to immerse themselves in a sensory narrative that transcends the sum of its parts.
Andrei Tarkovsky - Nostalghia / Olan Mill - Prescribed Individual
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