Carnival Masks
Carnival Masks, a short video by Muzej bećarca, captures the lively atmosphere of the Slavonian carnival at Esterházy Castle in Darda. Members of The Cultural and Artistic Society “Baranjski Šokci” wear masks, showcasing local customs and community life.
2024
Winner
The short video Carnival Masks by The Museum of Bećarac immerses viewers in the noisy, rhythmic, and dance-filled atmosphere of the traditional Slavonian carnival, where ugliness enhances the sense of otherworldliness and transformation.
Set in the abandoned Esterházy Castle in Darda, members of The Cultural and Artistic Society “Baranjski Šokci” don fearsome masks, gradually revealing local customs and providing insight into the community’s way of life.
Archival footage from the 1970s adds historical depth and enriches the narrative.
Organization: Muzej bećarca
Town: Pleternica
Country: Croatia