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201526 minPGdocumentary

Autumn

201526 minPGdocumentary

Photographed during the last months of a drought in 2015, the film runs for 26 minutes and reflects on the themes of aging and nature.

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Nathaniel Dorsky

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Photographed during the last months of a drought in 2015, the film runs for 26 minutes and reflects on the themes of aging and nature.

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Nathaniel Dorsky

Nathaniel Dorskydirector

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Golden leaves drift from trees in a quiet setting, capturing the essence of autumn during the drought year of 2015. Filmmaker Nathaniel Dorsky presents a 26-minute reflection on the season, blending intimate imagery with themes of aging and the passage of time. The film invites contemplation of life's later years, revealing the beauty and mystery inherent in this transitional period. Through its visual narrative, Autumn offers a meditative experience rooted in the natural world.

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