Anamnesis
EYE 2014 – THE EUROPEAN YOUTH EVENT, IDEAS FOR A BETTER EUROPE
European Parliament – Strasbourg | FR
“…encouraging the foundations towards a positive identity that define both an individual and the people."
As part of the EYE2014 event, the synesthetic action of “Anamnesis” took place within the Louise Weiss building at Strasbourg’s European Parliament. This collective multimedia artwork embodies the vision of a unified Europe, weaving together light, color, and sound. Merging abstract animation with a customized musical score, it recounts the European integration process from historical, social, and political angles. The work emphasizes a positive identity that shapes the individual and the collective, rooted in a sense of shared belonging.
The storyline behind “Anamnesis” taps into collective memory, recalling the significant events that have shaped modern and contemporary Europe. It paints a vivid scene endowed with places, symbols, and atmospheres, embodying an idealistic and romantic dream. Tradition, technology, hand-crafted elements, and numérique art come together in a paradoxical re-thinking of contemporary artistic expression.
Partially funded by the European Parliament, this collaborative initiative showcases the skills and creativity of 22 students from the Fine Arts Academy of Palermo. As a Creative Cluster, these students dedicated six months of tireless work to the project’s production. Their primary goal was to establish a connection between European culture and economics, emphasising innovation in entrepreneurship and business management. A compelling narrative arc recounts European history, from its origins to the unification process, while envisioning future developments.
THE TIMELINE
The timeline follows an ascending narrative arc that captivates the audience through an emotionally charged storyboard. Starting with a reflective and contemplative mood, it gradually escalates by delving into the most meaningful moments and achievements of European integration history. Unity, diversity, solidarity, and other emblematic European values lie at the heart of the work.
THE SOUNDTRACK
The evolving soundscape harmonises with the story’s segments, adapting to mood changes and thematic shifts. Crafted by the team, the captivating musical score combines ambient sounds, historical records, and original compositions. These elements reverberate through the sequence of events, enriching the audience’s immersive experience.
THE SPACE
The architectural design of the Louise Weiss building in Strasbourg, defined by its vast hemicycle, embodies the principles of international cooperation and democratic ideals held by the institution. As a 360° encircling screen, the hemicycle was an optimal narrative canvas. In order to overcome sight restrictions caused by viewers’ static perspective, the content was tailored around its layout, ensuring a complete and captivating experience. The light reflected off mirrored surfaces heightened the projection’s intensity, giving birth to an “immersive session” that invited attendees to contemplate unity and motion as guiding forces for the future.
CREDITS
Supervisor
First Assistant
Assistant
Production Assistant
Screenplay
Soundtrack
Animation
Supervisor Prof. Luca Pulvirenti
First Assistant Luigi Mignemi
Assistant Lorenzo Adamo, Roberta Letizia
Production Assistant Cristina Santangelo
Screenplay Roberto Salvaggio, Costanza Arena
Soundtrack Marco Fazio, Alessio Miceli
Animation Lorenzo Adamo, Giuseppe Cacciola, Roberta Letizia, Monica Lombardo, Marco Marcianò, Luigi Mignemi, Andrea Nocifora, Vito Pirrello, Francesca Placenti, Fabiana Romeo, Cristina Santangelo, Maria Lucia Schimmenti, Iolanda Scopelliti, Simona Spataro
Prof. Luca Pulvirenti
Luigi Mignemi
Lorenzo Adamo, Roberta Letizia
Cristina Santangelo
Roberto Salvaggio, Costanza Arena
Marco Fazio, Alessio Miceli
Lorenzo Adamo, Giuseppe Cacciola, Roberta Letizia, Monica Lombardo, Marco Marcianò, Luigi Mignemi, Andrea Nocifora, Vito Pirrello, Francesca Placenti, Fabiana Romeo, Cristina Santangelo, Maria Lucia Schimmenti, Iolanda Scopelliti, Simona Spataro
sponsors
Resolume, Imimot, MadMapper, Millumin
