The video documents highlights of the Calgary Stampede celebrations on July 6, 2001. The 2012 text speaks to the impact of events taking place only weeks later in 2001. This videopoem provides a focus for reflection on marked changes in levels of social innocence.
The intent of the 2012 text is to span the time disconnect and reaction to past events. Colour treatments and slow motion offer a film archives appearance. The video has been assembled in triplicate to resemble film rushes. The text is presented using an analogue typewriter look. The audio component is a mixed cacophony of music and cheering that rises up to the spectator.