On The Cusp, Longlist - Music Video

Sean Leon, Gravity

Jorden Lee

PIQUE

GRAVITY is a tender and vulnerable story which follows Sean Leon in search of meaning as he comes to terms with the death of his brother. The film is a raw slice of life, taking place during the spring in Toronto. Snow is beginning to melt and you can see early signs of life beginning to grow on trees a time of rebirth and transition. We watch as Sean takes care of his daughter, the intimate moments between him and his girlfriend, hanging with wandering through crowded streets, and laying alone on the floor of his new two-story loft. Despite Sean's best efforts of staying on the course of his own life, there is an ever apparent void which neither family, friends or music can fulfil. Much like gravity, we never see this void, rather only feel its presence in Sean's demeanour. The weight of this new found reality hangs over him like a heavy cloud and though he's present, his mind wanders. The film is poetic, pensive and thought-provoking, playing with visual themes alluding to weight, absence and grief. Each vignette explores the duality of the inner turmoil he faces whilst continuing to be present for the people that need him most.

Jorden Lee is a 27 year old Chinese-Jamaican, self-taught filmmaker, currently based in Toronto, Canada. Passionate about storytelling and striking imagery, he developed his cinematic eye with a foundation in photography that flourished into directing. Jorden has worked closely with the artist GOVI over the past years, helping to develop and define his visual identity. ‘Euphoria' was shortlisted for ’Best Music Video’ at the 2022 Berlin Commercial Awards and was awarded ’Best Director’ at the 2022 Munich Music Video Awards. 'There’s So Much More To See’ was shortlisted for ‘Best Fashion Film’ at the 2023 Berlin Fashion Film Awards.