Project 1: My Father
This work, as a documentation is significant at a time when the holocaust is still being challenged. The sagas of its survivors is drying out. The need for those who can bear witness to their tragedy is more important than ever.
The memories of my father, Benjamin, as a holocaust survivor are an intimate investigation of his past and present. It is about a child who overcame devastating circumstances, and the memories of the man that survivies. The work provides a forum in which I can better understand my father’s past and as a corollary, my own. In addition, it enables me to share an important story – one personalized through my father, but linked to a greater chapter of our collective history. It is a testament to my father’s life. The voice of Benjamin is important and can be expressed with the use of text, or heard on an audio CD – his commentary is integral to the project. Please contact me if you are interested in the full transcript.