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Video Game Pioneer, Hideo Kojima, Takes Center Stage

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Kojima, the mastermind behind "Metal Gear Solid," welcomed us into his Tokyo workshop, pushing...
Kojima, the mastermind behind "Metal Gear Solid," welcomed us into his Tokyo workshop, pushing artistic frontiers. A-list stars Léa Seydoux and Elle Fanning, as well as filmmaker Fatih Akin, contribute their facial features and movements to characters in the upcoming "Death Stranding 2," slated for a June 26 launch.

Video Game Pioneer, Hideo Kojima, Takes Center Stage

Tokyo's Shibuya Crossing Shines Spotlight on Artistic Duo

Brace yourself, Tokyoites! The renowned Shibuya crossing is about to get a whole lot more fascinating. Two familiar faces are gracing those giant billboards - none other than Danish filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn (Drive) and video game legend Hideo Kojima. What's the cause for this unusual pairing? A collaboration between Prada and the two visionary creators, setting the stage for the "Satellites" exhibition.

Starting April 18 and running through August 25, 2025, this groundbreaking event takes residence at Prada Aoyama. It's an immersive experience that brings together cinematography and gaming, all while delving into the universal theme of human connection.

Brothers in Art: Refn and Kojima's Unlikely Bond

The story of their friendship reads like a heartwarming script. According to Refn, their first encounter in London in the early 2010s felt like a reunion between "two long-lost brothers". Despite the language barrier, Kojima, now 61, felt an instant connection with the Dane.

Refn, known for creating silhouettes of human emotion, and Kojima, recognized as a standalone author rather than a mere game designer, share a love for storytelling that transcends borders. It's no surprise they've been attracting the attention of their fellow artists and have collaborated on some remarkable projects throughout their careers.

An Extraterrestrial Encounter

Visitors to the "Satellites" exhibition will find themselves in a cinema-inspired apartment, designed as a surreal Blade Runner-esque setting complete with vintage furnishings and immersive technology. The exhibition's heart lies in the suspended video images of Refn and Kojima, engaged in a captivating dialogue that explores themes of friendship, technological evolution, creativity, and even contemplating the inevitability of death and legacy.

Suspended television screens, styled as retro-futuristic spacecraft, dominate the space, highlighting the synergy between past and future. An interactive element allows visitors to mix cassette tape snippets of film scores and multilingual translations of the conversation, creating a personalized soundscape that enriches their experience.

Getting Your Fix

Looking for a piece of this artistic extravaganza? Head on over to the fifth floor of Prada Aoyama, located at 5-2-6 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo. The venue, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, opens from 11 am to 8 pm daily, and best of all - it's absolutely free.

In conclusion, "Satellites" is more than just an exhibition; it's an ode to human connection, an exploration of the future, and a testament to the power of collaboration. Step into this unique blend of cinema and gaming, and prepare to be wowed by the partnership between Refn and Kojima.

  1. The extraterrestrial-like setting of the "Satellites" exhibition at Prada Aoyama in Tokyo features portraits of Danish filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn and video game legend Hideo Kojima, crossed between suspended television screens, reminiscent of retro-futuristic spacecraft.
  2. As part of the immersive "Satellites" experience, visitors can cross the language barrier and delve into a captivating dialogue between Refn and Kojima, streaming on 5-2-6 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, where the physical exhibition takes place.
  3. For Londoners and other movie-and-TV enthusiasts seeking a piece of this artistic bond between Refn and Kojima, their collaboration resulting in the "Satellites" exhibition extends beyond Japanese shores to the world of entertainment.
  4. Wind your way through the exhibit's cinematography-inspired apartment, brimming withwind-like energy, fancy technology, and vintage objects, affording an unparalleled opportunity to appreciate portraits of these artistic titans sharing their ideas on friendship, innovation, and the human experience.

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