In 2007, the Prix Ars Electronica jury recognised “Codehunters” by Ben Hibon (Computer Animation) with the Golden Nica.
The port city of Lhek is on the brink of collapse. A Pacific-rim state in a not too distant Asian future with no borders, no meaningful government and little law and order. Corruption and crime are out of control in the dark alleys of Eda, Lhek’s slum district.
About Ben Hibon
Ben Hibon (CH/UK) studied graphic design at the Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, followed by a master’s degree at the same school. On graduation he joined Unit9, a prominent London-based design company, where he worked for four years as…
Programme information from Prix Ars Electronica Archive. Short excerpt quoted for reference; see the original page for full text, images and credits.