The Final Countdown

Fixing the flow 

After receiving some inputs from Nicole the day before about the subtitling we returned to our video files: previously we had synched the translation to exactly when the international spoke. But as people talk more quickly than they can actually read, we realised that the subtitles were running too fast. Therefore, we readjusted and, if necessary, shortened the translations so that viewers had more time to actually read and take in what is being said.

In addition to the subtitles we decided to use typography to give some context and a frame around the stories. Before each video, a strong quote related to isolation and loneliness is shown to break up the different stories. At the end of each video we displayed some general facts about the international program in the ZHdK - such as the total of internationals and percentage of women (as our interview consisted only of female internationals). This also allowed the videos to be recognised throughout the university.

Installing the Screens 

Simultaneously, we started to set up the exhibition screens. The week before we had tested our videos on one screen that had a computer built in. Little did we know, the other three screens had none of built in which is why we were forced to find a quick solution. In addition to that, several of the built in cables were broken or not attached. By opening up the screens and reinstalling its components we were able to get them running again. Sadly, however, the videos on the two problematic screens could only run when attached to one of our personal laptops. This worked for our exhibition and presentation on the day, however, did not allow us to keep two of the screens running any longer.