After viewing Theme Song in its entirety, I noticed an immediate connection of intimacy between the director and the audience, while elaborating on the notion of "I and You", and the importance of the "viewer and I" relationship. This relationship is enhanced by his use of symbolism within the piece. What his cigarette symbolizes is vastly important because of the social advantages "smoking" inherently has within our society. The audience immediately hears the music, sees him smoking with his face almost coming out of the screen, and they are inclined to listen. This is the power of the video medium, for its ability to transcend the idea of the "other", and in turn bring people with shared interests together. This connection is highlighted by his quote :'You could be anybody out there'...'I can feel your body right next to me'. There is a definite social agenda in this film, although it may seem a bit ambiguous at first.
-mike
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Good points Mike. Theme song is also a commentary on that superficial lyrics of popular songs and the empty promises these songs promote.
Simin
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