Arin mostly works in relation to memories, time, and the overlap of time including the issues on history. Russamee Rungjang “Mother” is Arin’s work in 2015, which he explores and investigates his 72-year-old mother, Russamee Rungjang’s memories. Russamee, who has been suffering from Parkinson's disease, tells her memories about the loss of her husband 38 years ago. Prayong Rungjang, the husband and father of two children, was attacked by a Neo-Nazi group while he was traveling in Hamburg. He worked as an engineer for a German shipping company at the time. He passed away six months later. Not only did Russamee’s memories point out the fragility of life, but they also retraced history to the consequences of World War II.
Neo-Nazism was the movement of a group of people who wanted to revive Nazi doctrine in the post-World War II era. The movement took place in many countries in Europe and Latin America. Most policies were about racism, homophobia, and admiration of Adolf Hitler. Prayong’s assault was a result of racism which eventually caused his death.
The work features video installation, 35mm film, and the letters that Russamee wrote to Arin’s father.
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