Jane Jin Kaisen's most recent work "Halmang" revolves around a group of eight women in their 70s and 80s. It was filmed on the coast of Jeju Island near a lava rock islet that used to serve as a shamanic shrine for the wind goddess Yongdeung Halmang. The women, who have worked and made a living together for most of their lives as Haenyeo sea divers, used to depart together for the sea from this very location. The title Halmang refers to this spiritual aspect as shamanic goddesses in Jeju are referred to as 'halmang' while also being the Jeju term for 'grandmother' and a respectful form of address for a woman. It was also from this area that the film director's grandmother used to depart for the sea as a Haenyeo sea diver during her lifetime. Halmang was produced by Lior Suliman (also known as Dub Mentor) and is comprised of layers of on-site recordings, looped, interleaved and treated to create an immersive sound experience. It also features The Song of the Haenyeos by Gang Gyung Ja and Song of Haenyeo Preservation Association.

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pic: Film still from "Burial of this Order" by Jane Jin Kaisen / courtesy by the artist

Seanaps Radio 2023 - Listening Session: Halmang by Jane Jin Kaisen w/Jacob Eriksen

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Seanaps Radio 2023 - Listening Session: Halmang by Jane Jin Kaisen w/Jacob Eriksen

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