"Peace | Lemon" explores these stories through a word association game that surrounding two motifs: a can of tobacco and a lemon. The video is accompanied by a subtitle track explaining the two motif’s unique historical contexts. Meanwhile, the artist interprets the fantasy and fetishistic world of post-war Japanese protestors, moving through images and sound in a 'satisfying video' style. The video is further accompanied by ASMR dubbing, recording binaural triggers in viewers.
"Peace | Lemon" explores these stories through a word association game that surrounding two motifs: a can of tobacco and a lemon. The video is accompanied by a subtitle track explaining the two motif’s unique historical contexts. Meanwhile, the artist interprets the fantasy and fetishistic world of post-war Japanese protestors, moving through images and sound in a 'satisfying video' style. The video is further accompanied by ASMR dubbing, recording binaural triggers in viewers.
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