‘Real Life Isn’t That Dramatic’: Director Xu Zao On Virtual Escapism In ‘Light Pillar’

‘Real Life Isn’t That Dramatic’: Director Xu Zao On Virtual Escapism In ‘Light Pillar’

Following the film's Berlinale premiere, the director talked with us about blending formats, restrained emotion, and first-feature risks.

Light Pillar was one of the most unique and intriguing offerings in this years Berlinale slate. A 2D-animated magical realist fable about cinema, deep space, and the unavoidable advance of time and t… [+5953 chars]