Luna"s view

Review of sources related to the photography exhibition "This orientation is more Paris in Hanoi" by Matthias Hagemann, the use of the Hasselblad 500CM camera ("Luna Sogno"), and the broader symbolism of the red carpet.

Key Themes:

• Hanoi as a "Small Paris": The significant influence of French colonial architecture on Hanoi's urban landscape and the city's unique blend of Vietnamese and European aesthetics.

• Cross-Cultural Dialogue through Photography: The use of photographic techniques, specifically double exposure and superimposition, to create a visual dialogue and explore the connections and contrasts between Hanoi and Paris.

• The Photographer's Perspective and Process: Insights into the artist's inspiration, motivations, and technical approach to capturing the essence of both cities.

• The Red Carpet as a Symbol: The historical evolution and contemporary democratization of the red carpet as a metaphor for glamour, recognition, aspiration, and self-perception.

• The Photographer's Relationship with Their Tool: The personal and almost anthropomorphic connection between the photographer and their camera, particularly a classic analog model like the Hasselblad.