Saturday, August 23, 2008

Presenting the world's most pathetic dance video

Lo and behold! A funny video clip for your viewing pleasure



The origins of this comedy masterpiece are unknown but I presume that this belongs to some B-grade movie. The dance sequence is ably assisted with some moves that seem vaguely similar to physical training exercises in primary school. The lipsync and sublime expressions are unbelievable... Must be an ultimate frustroo movie (note the gratuitous groping of the actress)

I want to learn this new dance form from the choreographer... Please let me know if any of you find out anything about this movie, actor or choreographer...

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

While I admire your skill of uncovering such rare gems, I must say, your ignorance about dance as an art-form is appalling. Equating such skillful rendition to dumb PT exercises is proof of your inadequate knowledge.

This dance known as YedZava (spelt with an uppercase 'Z' for meaningful effect) is the only surviving artistic expression since our ancestors evolved into being able to walk upright, millions of years ago. Please can we show some respect toward the few masters still continuing the tradition with dedication (and courage) into many more centuries to come.

Learn to appreciate the subtle nods of the head with the rhythm of the equally brilliant song and music composition. Note the gentle gyration from hip down elevating the gracefulness to a whole new level.

The asymmetric body motions and the general aerobic nature of movements of the YedZava dance is known to have a tranquilizing effect on the viewer. Recent research in psychiatric treatment has proven its efficacy in the treatment of manic depression. However, prolonged exposure to YedZava is known to cause emotional incontinence and pathological laughing or weeping.

But the benefits outweigh the disincentives.

Apart from that, the fact that you missed mention of the masterful camera-angles, the narative and the direction shows your lack of film-making literacy, too.

Lastly, please keep your sarcastic views to yourself and avoid poisoning minds unless you want to arouse the sentiments of sensitive folks such as yours truly.

YedZava RuLeZ!

Rajesh Kamath said...

While I empathize with your soul stirring and impassioned rendition, your premise is incorrect. You are attributing an expression for the dancer to the dance form. YedZava is an apt description for the dancer. The dance form in question can only be described as YedZavat (as in manifesting the YedZava-ness of the YedZava)

YedZava is and will always be the purest form of expression resulting from listening only to one's inner voice completely oblivious to the whims and fancies of the outer world and to the constraints imposed by the realm of reason. This is usually manifested to express the innate YedZava-ness of the individual. An intelligent reader like yourself would note the circularity of the definition. However, the circularity cannot be avoided since YedZava-ness is essentially an attribute that can only be experienced akin to revelation.

The YedZava-ness of the individual can be suppressed but cannot be destroyed much like one's own soul. You can deny its existence but you cannot destroy it. In fact, most manifestations of YedZava-ness are induced through the use of spirits (both liquid and ethereal) that create the conditions inducive to bring out the YedZava in the individual. There are the select few - the true YedZavas - who bare their inner souls for all to see. They are the ones that remind us of the closet YedZava that lies hidden within all of us.

The world's most pathetic dance was exhibited by one such brave soul. The dance form (if you may call it that) lacks any attribute associated with ANY harmonic form of movement. Money or fame could not have led him to this utterly pathetic display that defies both rhyme and rhythm. His lack of looks or talent would have put paid to any chances of him getting either fame or money.

Here, my friend, is a true YedZava for you. Praising the cryptic mash-up of song, dance and imagery is missing the forest for the trees. Reserve thy praise for the true YedZava and celebrate his unabashed display of YedZava-ness.