Now Playing: The Groovy Deed by Jonas Hansson
Sometimes, Jonas Hansson gets Groovy in-Deed.
The word 'masterpiece' has repeatedly been used to describe Denmark's visual artist Jonas Hansson's last three full-length features, not to mention all the smaller pieces he's added to the bigger puzzle (think Elite Series or his work for Razors and Ground Control, for instance). With a distinct look and singular aesthetics, personal editing choices, rhythm & soundtracks, and different yet cohesive concepts behind every video he delivers, with each new release one word always comes to mind right away:
Masterpiece, indeed.
His mastery not only expresses itself through his video work but also the skaters he casts for his projects. There is no doubt Soichiro Kanashima & Eugen Enin are both on top of their game right now, while Yuto Goto keeps on rising and is on his way to surpassing his mentor someday soon! As for Russia's Kirill Galushko, after what seems like a forced hiatus it's a great pleasure to witness him finesse his way back to the top with incredible footwork and intricate maneuvers. Without fail, after SOTA this reunited bunch delivers the goods once again!
While a lot of great skating gets forgotten after a couple of viewings, Jonas' work is a gift that keeps on giving. Packing so much into every single frame, and carefully selecting very personal tunes and tracks, he creates intense pieces that deliver something new each time you give them time. New details, new tricks, new sensations, through the eyes of Jonas you get to experience something truly unique. With the Groovy Deed, you're watching a master watching masters at work:
Treat yourself to something good, and enjoy the full thing right here and now!
PHOTO GALLERY:
DANIEL & EUGEN ENIN / KAZUHARU MORITA / KIRILL GALUSHKO / DANNY RYU ABE / SHIGEMASA AMANO / ARSENIY SVINARENKO / JONAS HANSSON