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On February 6, 2023, an earthquake struck the border of Turkey and Syria, resulting in over 55,000 fatalities. The documentary intertwines personal narrative with this catastrophic event, as the filmmaker reflects on their own experience in an oncology center just six days post-surgery for a tumor. This juxtaposition of personal loss and widespread disaster forms the backbone of the film's narrative.
The film employs autofiction to examine the complex relationships between love and catastrophe. The filmmaker's partner ends their relationship on the same day as the earthquake, creating a moving parallel between personal and collective trauma. The documentary's experimental approach allows for a unique exploration of these intertwined themes, using memory and theoretical frameworks to deepen the viewer's understanding of both love and disaster.
Why Watch
- •Meet the filmmaker reflecting on personal loss amid disaster.
- •See the impact of the February 2023 earthquake on lives.
- •Find out how love and catastrophe intertwine in this story.
Did You Know
•The earthquake on February 6, 2023, killed more than 55,000 people.
•The filmmaker had a tumor removed just six days before the earthquake.
•The documentary blends personal memory with theoretical concepts.
Perfect For
Queer cinema fansDocumentary enthusiastsThose interested in personal narratives