Film Lens
In 'Spell Reel', a man translates the words of a female guerrilla fighter from Fulani. The film begins with a black and white image projected upside down into a black box, which serves as a time capsule. This visual element creates a connection to the past as it hovers near the man's face.
The documentary features the tactile experience of handling 16-mm film while also transitioning these images to a laptop screen frame by frame. This method bridges historical and contemporary storytelling, with scenes depicting money being counted and exchanged, symbolizing a new currency, while the years are shown running backwards.
Why Watch
- •See a unique translation of guerrilla fighter's words.
- •Find out how 16-mm film meets digital technology.
- •Watch money exchange symbolize new currency.
Did You Know
•The film was directed by Filipa César in 2017.
•The documentary has a runtime of 96 minutes.
•It features languages including Fulah, French, and English.
•The production involved four countries: Guinea-Bissau, Germany, Portugal, and France.
Perfect For
Guerrilla warfare historyFilm technology enthusiastsDocumentary lovers