Both Sides Now 9: Generations

Humanity stands at the brink of a new era of automation, poised for a profound transformation. The latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are revolutionising our way of life. Both Sides Now 9 delves into the subject using video artwork from Hong Kong, the UK and internationally, delving into the intricate interplay between generative technology and creativity.

Artists in Both Sides Now 9 including: Lazarus Chan 陳朗丰, Chan Ka Chi 陳家智, Doreen Chan 陳泳因, Lau Wei 劉衛, Jake Elwes, Paul Trillo, Axl Le 乐毅 and Jonas Lund.

Curated by videoclub and Videotage, with support from Arts Council England and Hong Kong Arts Development Council.

FILM PROGRAMME

Jake Elwes, Zizi & Me – Anything You Can Do (I Can Do Better), 2020, 4:55 mins

Jake Elwes, Making of the Zizi Show, 2021, 6:19 mins

Paul Trillo, Jacques – ‘Absolve’, 2023, 4:43 mins

Axl Le 乐毅, The Journey, 2020, 3:49 mins

Axl Le 乐毅, The Patient, 2021, 1:38 mins

Axl Le 乐毅, A hundred Varieties of Life, 2021-22, 2:40 mins

Jonas Lund, The Future of Something, 2023, 13:41 mins

Chan Ka Chi 陳家智, Reconstructed, 2022, 3:59 mins

Doreen Chan 陳泳因 HalfDream, 2021, 5:38 mins

Lau Wai 劉衛, The Dome, 2023, 1:50 mins

關於彼岸觀自在 About Both Sides Now

Both Sides Now is a tactical programme partnership between Videotage (HK) and videoclub (UK). Which uses contemporary and historical film and video work to explore developments within the culture and society of Hong Kong, China, the UK, and beyond.

Doors & Refreshments open at 6pm for a 6.30pm start.

We recommend booking in advance for this event as places are limited. Bookings can also be made in person during gallery opening hours by speaking to a member of the gallery team or at Fabrica during office hours (no booking fee applies). Once paid for, tickets are non-refundable. Online bookings will close 1 hour before the event starts - unless ‘Sold Out’ there is likely to still be tickets available on the door.