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Deep Dive: Flying Machine (2016)

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Flying Machine
In 'Flying Machine', Rolf faces the aftermath of a violent accident that results in severe amnesia. Over the course of four years, he works on rebuilding his identity while coming to terms with the fact that he has two daughters. The film captures Rolf's struggle between accepting adulthood and pursuing his dream of building a flying machine. The documentary presents Rolf's inventive spirit as he seeks the freedom of flight, representing his desire to escape from his past and the responsibilities of fatherhood. Vicente Barros directs this intimate portrayal of Rolf's emotional contradictions and unique perspective on life.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Rolf, a man with severe amnesia and a flying dream.
  • •Follow Rolf as he navigates fatherhood and identity.
  • •See Rolf's inventive attempts to create a flying machine.

Did You Know

•Rolf spends four years rebuilding his identity after an accident.
•He discovers he has fathered two daughters during his recovery.
•The film has a runtime of 72 minutes.
•It was produced in Chile (CL) and is in Spanish (es).

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Personal identityFatherhoodInventive spirits