Light and street

2017, 17 min 43 s, HD. Spanish

A study of the uses of the light in the public space in four parts: “Night without shadows”, “Mechanical night”, “Electrical nights” and “Liberación y reparación” [Unlocking and repair/Liberation and reparation].

A flashing history of the uses of light in public space, taking in both street lighting and its relation with safety, and commercial uses. The homogeneous light that seeks a night without shadows and the heterogeneous lights of electric nights. From the electrical fantasies of the 19^th century to mappings, from the lighting extravagancies of optical sights to the mediatic façades of contemporary architecture. Luz y calle describes the fascination with light as an illusory resource, starting with its imprint on popular culture.

Produced for the on-line channel Soy Cámara by CCCB.