The film ‘Notre-Dame de Paris : Transformations’ unfolds in three acts: Transparence (I), Transcription (II) et Transmission (III).
ACT I : TRANSPARENCE
Transparence is a core value of heritage, due to the importance of making knowledge and ancestral know-how available to future generations. Transparence takes shape through documentary and archival research, and comes to life through the sharing of knowledge and skills from generation to generation.
In terms of UNESCO definitions of intangible heritage, Transparence responds to the definition of ‘Knowledge and practices concerning nature and the universe’.
ACT II : TRANSCRIPTION
Transcription is the creative act that brings the physical fabric of heritage to life. From drawn design to the practical application of technical know-how, the creative act is anchored in ancestral knowledge provided by Transparence (Act I).
In terms of UNESCO definitions of intangible heritage, Transcription responds to the definition of ‘Knowledge and skills to produce traditional crafts’.
ACT III : TRANSMISSION
The act of Transmission is the raison d’être of heritage. The passing on of ancestral knowledge, acquired through Transparence (Act I) and brought to life through Transcription (Act II) allows for open exchanges on the nature and values of heritage, as well as for a new generation to assimilate the essence of technical know-how developed over centuries.
In terms of UNESCO definitions of intangible heritage, Transmission responds to the definition of ‘Social Practices’ allowing knowledge-sharing to come to life.
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