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Deep Dive: Looking for Larisa (2012)

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Looking for Larisa
In 'Looking for Larisa', filmmaker Andres Pardo discovers 2,000 feet of Super 8 family footage featuring a young girl named Larisa at a flea market in the United States. The film focuses on the nostalgic home movies from the 1970s and the investigation into Larisa's identity and life. Pardo collaborates with photographer David H. Pardo to uncover the personal histories and memories captured in the film. The documentary emphasizes the significance of storytelling and the role of visual media in understanding the past. Through their research, Pardo and his team reveal the impact of these family films on the lives of those connected to Larisa, illustrating how such footage can evoke memories and emotions tied to family and heritage.

Why Watch

  • Find out who Larisa really is.
  • See 1970s family life through Super 8 footage.
  • Meet filmmaker Andres Pardo and his unique project.

Did You Know

The film features 2,000 feet of Super 8 footage from the 1970s.
Andres Pardo is both the director and the filmmaker behind the project.
The documentary has a runtime of 79 minutes.
The film was produced in Mexico.

Perfect For

Family history enthusiastsSuper 8 film lovers1970s nostalgia fans