“5+5=5” is a collection of 5 short documentaries by 5 film makers about 5 networked art projects. They were commissioned by arts organisation Furtherfield in order to introduce audiences to UK based artists who explore “imaginative and critical approaches to social engagement”. The full program consists of “Free Media” with Mongrel, “Polyfaith” with Chris Dooks, “Golden Shot (Revisited)” with Simon Poulter, “Want and Need” with C6 and “VisitorsStudio” with Furtherfield (see netartfilm.furtherfield.org

Our doco talks about Mongrel's early history, its decision to set up the MediaShed and its committment to "free-media".

Mongrel’s “Free-media” doc for “5+5=5” was made by Dave Valentine.

Play back the Quicktime version here (76Mb)

Play back the Windows version here (28Mb)

The Mongrel network changes and evolves. The people we work with are dispersed around the globe. We have had different responsibiltities over the years and each of us has taken on different projects - that we now look after. If you want to get hold of someone who's asociated with Mongrel this is a good place to start. Just mail the core.

Mongrel Ltd

183 Elm Road
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 1SB

MediaShed

Unit 38
Grainger Road Industrial Estate
Southend-on-Sea
Essex
SS2 5DD
T: 01702 460590

Email:admin AT mongrel DOT org DOT uk

Directions to the MediaShed