The Feast of the Holy Cross is essentially based on the indigenous peoples' request for rain for the next planting cycle. The propitiatory ritual has elements of pre-Hispanic origin, deeply syncretised with Catholicism.
Yollotl connects the past and the present through a love story inspired by Mesoamerican mythology and testimonials from children who live in the Mayan rainforest. A story in Nahuatl and a ritual song accompanies the journey through the interior of ancient trees to the universe.
Through the stories of three older adults from Tlaxcala, we learn about the childhoods of Nahuatl and Otomí speakers who were forced to leave their native languages behind in order to adapt to a society alien to their worldview, and who now face the threat of extinction despite their efforts to preserve their languages.
Haunted by the Nahua deity Tlazolteotl, 4 cousins in Northeast LA try to protect each other from the violence and family strife threatening to tear them apart.
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.
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.
1988 MTV special following Michael Jackson on the Bad tour
I first got the idea for this film while researching the Romanian Legend of the Arges Monastery for a full evening length show I created in 2018. In the legend, a pregnant woman is immured to make the walls of the monastery stand. After further research, I came across the belief of the “stahie,” or shadow, an ancient Eastern European belief and practice that in order for the walls of a building to stand, someone has to be built into the walls either physically (i.e their body), or metaphysically (i.e their shadow). As I delved into the legend and this belief, I found myself facing my many shadows - my many possibilities and my many fears.
Times that make you hold your breath - as the invisible air becomes existential. "Holding My Breath" was recorded in the artist's studio, in times of the pandemic shutdown in March 2020. From Kahlen's ongoing series of "Works with Wind" 1989 - 2020.
