808.838 / grandfather paradox

Overview

Ms&Mr are a fortunate unity. A two-person singular-entity pursuing a single-minded dual obsession with sentimental film and science fiction. Continuing to write their shared history, lived in the parallel dimension of video art, 808.838 / grandfather paradox enlists the assistance of Richard's deceased grandfather and his 8mm films. This family icon enables the duo to play on the grandfather paradox, simultaneously creating and exploding their myth of an alternate universe where they have existed always together. This work also resurrects another deceased figure, recalling elements of Nikolai Fedorov's determination to transcend the limits of the 'possible' and conquer death through technology. Like a modern day Metropolis, this work is surreal, nostalgic and visionary.