The River's Retreat
(El ciar del río)
Renan Aparicio | Documentary
2023 | 61 minutes | Argentina
A kayaker embarks on an expedition down a wild river following an explorer's old navigation letters.
Synopsis
Renán Aparicio and a friend embark on a transformative kayak journey down the Bermejo River in Argentina, following an explorer's old navigation letters. This challenging adventure prompts introspection and self-discovery, blurring the lines between past, present, and future.
The two friends decided to turn this experience into a documentary, capturing not only the physical challenges but also the emotional journey. The film will highlight the cultural and ecological significance of the river, providing a platform for reflection and environmental awareness.
Citation
Main credits
Aparicio, Renán (film director)
Aparicio, Renán (screenwriter)
Aparicio, Renán (film producer)
San Julián, Soledad (film producer)
Other credits
Cinematography, Javier Pistani; editing, Bruno López.
Citation
Cataloging
Pragda subjects
Anthropology
Culture + Identity
Economics + Social Class Issues
Environment + Sustainability
Geography
History
Indigenous Peoples
Latin American Studies
Sociology
South America
Keywords
Clips
Festivals
Lane Doc Fest; Las Alturas International Film Festival
DIRECTOR: Renan Aparicio
NATIONALITY: Argentina
YEAR: 2023
GENRE: Documentary
LANGUAGE: Spanish
COLOR / B&W: Color
GRADE LEVEL: Middle School, High School, College, Adult
SUBTITLE/CC: AVAILABLE
AUDIO DESCRIPTION: NOT AVAILABLE
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