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Matthew Richardson

Hallelujah

“Hallelujah” is a queer/circus concept about the influence of religion and the importance of choosing kindness regardless of our differences or beliefs. Religion is a tough subject for many in the LGBTQ+ community, and this piece is a reflection of the struggle and rejection we often feel. It tells the story of an individual troubled by the hate in the world and his partner who is fighting to lift him up, to remind him he is beautiful exactly how he is. My message is that religion should inspire more kindness and open arms, even towards those you may not understand.

THE STORY

I remember when I shared this creation, I was a little scared. We spent so much time working on it and it felt so personal to me that I was scared of the reaction. The weeks I spent editing, almost a full year of planning. I remember watching thinking how beautiful I thought it was, but I wasn’t sure the world would feel that way. Or that people would appreciate it the same as my first project The Arrow. I felt pressure to live up to the same success as my first film project. But even Arrow received so much hate, so I was bracing for that as well – especially since we were touching on the sensitive subject of religion.

When it was finally released May 1st, the reaction was overwhelmingly heartfelt, warm and moving. I think the whole production team was very touched by the response. For me personally, it was the amount of messages I received about the ‘healing’ nature of the film, that moved me the most. And once again, I was so moved by the power a simple video can create. The message that you can share with the world if done correctly, and the impact a project like this can have. Which of course I could not have done without such a wonderful and talented team behind the scenes.

 

Behind the Scenes Video | Rehearsals and Preparation

FEATURED ARTISTS

Arthur Morel Van Hyfte

Hallelujah

Guillaume Paquin

Hallelujah

CREW

Matthew Richardson

Matthew Richardson

Producer | Director of Creation & Concept

Damian Siqueiros

Damian Siqueiros

Production Director | Artistic Advisor

MAX MACHADO

MAX MACHADO

Cinematographer

GUILLERMO CASTENELLOS

GUILLERMO CASTENELLOS

Assistant Camera + BTS

AZIZ ZOROMBA

AZIZ ZOROMBA

Assistant Camera

ROMAIN RABASA

ROMAIN RABASA

Grip

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