Adjunct professor screens four films at The Center for Performance Research 

(SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY — OCTOBER 22, 2024) Elise Kermani, an adjunct professor, screened four films at The Center for Performance Research in Brooklyn, New York October 13, 2024. Kermani’s films use mythology to tell stories with different perspectives, often incorporating artistic dance and music.  

“I am very excited to bring my films to New York audiences,” Kermani said. “All of them were shot along various coasts of America: ‘JUSTICE’ along the East River of the Upper West Side of New York City, ‘SAND’ along the southern shores of Lake Michigan, and ‘WITHOUT FAME’ and ‘Agamemnon’s Daughter’ on the West coast.”  

“WITHOUT FAME” takes inspiration from Homer’s “Odyssey,” incorporating ancient Greek as the film delves into the life of Odysseus’ mother. “SAND” examines the relationship between industry, nature, and humanity. “Agamemnon’s Daughter” is a modern interpretation on the mythological figure of Iphigenia; and “JUSTICE” explores the meaning behind Plato’s Cratylus and the purpose of the universe.  

Kermani is an adjunct lecturer of media art at Empire State University. She said her films represent a combination of her philosophy of life and art. 

“I reach back into ancient history and mythology for inspiration and to show what is universal about being human,” Kermani said.  

Kermani said she prefers her films to be screened in a theater with a live audience, but all are available to watch on Vimeo.