Mercurius (2007) by Bret Battey

Watch a clip from Mercurius, a lunar impact crater that shifts slowly between contradictory states. It melds the spiral form and earth colors to symbolize a paradoxical space between harmony and destruction. Mercurius received First Prize from the Punto y Raya Festival 2007 (Madrid), First Prize from Abstracta 2007 (Rome), the Breaking Out of the Frame Special Jury Prize of Amsterdam Film eXperience 2007, and Best Experimental Animation, Visual Music from Red Stick International Animation Festival 2008, Baton Rouge. For the complete film, please visit For more information about Bret Battey, please visit his website at This clip is an example of one of many works that are available for viewing in iotaCenter s Library Study Center located in Culver City: To make a viewing appointment, please contact us at infoiota