A 24-hour isolation in a desert crater aims to foster empathy for the Saharawi people affected by anti-personnel mines.
Synopsis
A 24-hour isolation in a desert crater aims to foster empathy for the Saharawi people affected by anti-personnel mines.
Synopsis
A crater in the desert serves as the setting for a 24-hour isolation by the author, who aims to connect with the Saharawi people. The film presents testimonies from victims of anti-personnel mines and their daily struggles. It features the construction of a device to detonate these mines, using the melphas, traditional Saharawi garments, to create the word FREE. The documentary calls for urgent signing of demining protocols by all nations involved.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the impact of anti-personnel mines on the Saharawi people.
- Meet the victims sharing their stories of exile.
- Find out how art is used to address landmine issues.
Did You Know
- The documentary was released in 2019.
- The author spent 24 hours in isolation in a desert crater.
- The film features the melphas, a traditional Sahrawi costume, as part of an art installation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main focus of the documentary Free paths maker?
The documentary focuses on the injustice and pain caused by anti-personnel mines and the urgent need for countries to sign demining protocols.
What unique method does the author use to empathize with the Saharawi people?
The author isolates himself for 24 hours in a hole/crater in the desert to empathize with the Saharawi people's experiences.
What artistic element is used in the documentary to represent the word FREE?
The melphas, a costume of the Sahrawi woman, are used to create a sail that moves wheels tracing the word FREE with phosphate powder.
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