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Ludendo docet is a documentary that presents a film critic's experience during a unique 70-minute film experiment in Bergamo. The critic is tasked with consuming 2 kg of oysters and drinking 2 bottles of wine while responding to 15 general knowledge questions and 15 personal inquiries. This setup creates a scenario where the boundaries between the act of filming and the vulnerability of the human condition are tested.
The film contrasts the typical manipulation of reality found in contemporary cinema by making the process of filming overt and transparent. The resulting narrative serves as a melancholic testament to the fragility of human existence, merging the critic's insights with the physical and emotional challenges posed by the experiment.
Why Watch
- •See a film critic's raw experience in Bergamo.
- •Find out how food and questions intertwine in filming.
- •Meet the unique challenges of a 70-minute experiment.
Did You Know
•The film critic consumes 2 kg of oysters during the experiment.
•The film lasts for 70 minutes in total.
•The critic drinks 2 bottles of wine while answering questions.
•There are 30 questions in total: 15 general knowledge and 15 personal.
Perfect For
Film criticismCulinary experiencesExperimental cinema