This documentary takes us on a sensorial and atmospheric journey through the experiences, words and thoughts of the Venezuelan essayist and poet Armando Rojas Guardia. His early connection with the divine, the gradual inner maturation of a mystical experience that he manages to glimpse in his early adulthood, the determining and complex influence of his father (also a writer), his first crush on a young high school classmate, the profound experience of homoeroticism, the abysses of the psychotic crisis. All experiences pushed to the limit and which make up some of the singular elements of a unique artistic and intellectual quest with a broad universal scope.
Piragua is a short documentary that pays intimate tribute to the life of Malena Coelho, the beloved Argentine editor, proofreader, and lifelong companion of Venezuelan poet Juan Sánchez Peláez. Directed by Santiago Zerpa and produced by Gabriel Payares, the film weaves together candid interviews and personal reflections to explore Coelho’s rich intellectual and emotional world, her deep partnership with Peláez, and the profound impact of poetry and memory on her life.
Documentary about Venezuelan poet Juan Sánchez Peláez.
Documentary about the Venezuelan poet Armando Rojas Guardia.
Documentary about the poet Miguel Ramón Utrera.
Documentary about Venezuelan writer and intellectual Orlando Araujo.
A village on the Venezuelan coast, a place of fishermen and big haciendas, Aquiles Vargas, a white aristocrat in somewhat reduced circumstances, fights with Cruz Guaregua, a humble black fisherwoman, and mother of his only son, a half-caste 'mestizo'.
Discover the mystery of the Loch Ness Monster in this captivating journey through history, folklore, and modern-day investigations. From ancient sightings to the famous 1934 "Surgeon's Photograph," explore the enduring legend of Nessie. With expert interviews and cutting-edge technology, we delve into the possibilities behind the creature's existence, examining theories ranging from prehistoric survival to misidentified animals. We also explore the psychological and cultural impact of Nessie, from its influence on Scottish identity to its role in tourism. Through eyewitness accounts, scientific inquiry, and local lore, we uncover the legend that continues to fascinate the world.
Panteras Negras de la UAM, armados de gran valor
Fra hjertet til hånden
A documentary on the Northern and Southern Lights. Containing numerous personal accounts of the aurora and lengthy film footage of the phenomenon.
An interview with Fritjof Capra, the author of “The Tao of Physics” published 1975. Capra based his work on the Danish theoretical physicist Niels Bohr, who included the Chinese t’ai chi symbol in his coat of arms.
A retired high school English teacher is confronted by a former student who failed her class 15 years prior. He then involves her in a feature-length presentation on Moby-Dick and the science of reading.
A road-movie about the psychological consequences of living with a serious illness, and Einar's counter-moves to stimulate what is still healthy.
The choreographer and filmmaker Sara Lindström visits the retirement home Parkvägen in Österbybruk to make a dance film with the old people.
A series of compositions, one for each letter of the alphabet.
Short documentary illustrating the buildings and monuments of Piazza San Marco in Venice.
This is a very worrying observation: 2.2 billion people, or 40% of the world's adult population, are overweight or obese. Junk food plays a major role in this public health crisis. Evidence is mounting against ultra-processed industrial foods, products that addict the most vulnerable consumers. The global food giants have known this for 20 years already.
Le combat des super voitures des années 80
1988 MTV special following Michael Jackson on the Bad tour