The essence of our time under the magnifying glass.
 

The starting point was to create a visually interesting and intense, kaleidoscopically abundant work that could be set together with the pioneering electric composition of Finnish composer Jukka Ruohomäki (1947-2022). The sound material was created in 1970 with the DIMI-synthesizer designed by the Finnish designer, philosopher and artist Erkki Kurenniemi. At the time DIMI (DIgital Music Instrument) was unique, one of the first digital instruments in the world. The version 4 of the composition was edited and mixed by Jukka Ruohomäki from the original sound tapes in 2018.

The work was mainly produced on film. The film material (16mm) was shot and developed by the director with the exception of the war images which are found footage material. Additionally, images were created by mechanically and chemically manipulating film material by hand. Some images were shot with digital camera, animating physical objects with traditional techniques and mechanical tools. 

What time is? places the experience of time in the centre of contemplation. The human figures act as reference points for meditation on the passage and ending of time. The images of war function as universal symbols reflecting the inherent violence in human nature through all eras. The work gives us a chance to reflect on the transient nature of time and the relationship of the viewer to the conflict-ridden epoch in which we live.