Twoset Violin Astounds With Stunning Short Film - "Fantasia"
Brett Yang and Eddy Chen of TwoSet Violin
Today, Classical Music YouTube Phenomenon, Twoset Violin (Eddy Chen and Brett Yang), releases their short film, Fantasia. The film features the piece, “Prelude,” which they released on their channel two years ago in October of 2020.
Fantasia follows Eddy and Brett in a fantastical daydream. The short film asks some existential questions we creatives often ask ourselves. If I followed my heart back then, would things be different? The montage of Eddy’s monotonous and mundane routine is completely relatable to anyone who holds a corporate job. Yet, in their soul, they know their purpose and lifeline is something creative. The violin in the corner feels like the abandoned canvas of a former painter. The mirror/portal takes us to this enchanting world where Eddy and Brett see other musicians, including the renowned violinist, Chloe Chua.
The lack of dialogue centers the focus on the alluring score Twoset Violin composed along with their friend and composer Jordan He. Writing a script without dialogue is tremendously difficult. Brett and Eddy write a beautiful script that makes you feel something with sight and sound. The storytelling is less through exposition but rather through the many remarkable elements of the short film. The seamless editing allows the narrative to flow. Stunning locations like the Jurong Lake Gardens, National Museum of Singapore, and Gateway Theatre not only offer a visual feast for the eyes but contribute to the story with massive intention. I also appreciate (as I’m sure many Twosetters did) the nods to the Twoset community – the 40-hour clock, bubble tea, and of course the logo. Overall, the film stresses the importance of art and beyond being a beautiful masterpiece, the subliminal messaging was what touched me as a viewer.
As a current creative and former dancer, violinist, and actor, I feel extremely validated. Even though I love my full-time job, there will always be a part of me that wonders if I chose a different path would my life be different? Is This The World I Was Meant To Be In? Countless of us artists feel that imposter syndrome constantly. Are we meant to be here? Should we be doing something else? No matter where life takes us, I think it’s important to never let that creativity die. And remember to always practice.