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200652 minGdocumentary

The White She-Camel

200652 minGdocumentary

A man wanders through the remains of the Aral Sea, which has shrunk dramatically due to drought, as he struggles to recognize his home.

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Xavier Christiaens

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A man wanders through the remains of the Aral Sea, which has shrunk dramatically due to drought, as he struggles to recognize his home.

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Xavier Christiaensdirector

Xavier Christiaenswriter

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A man returns home to find his wife asleep and the familiar surroundings unrecognizable. He wanders through the desolate remains of the Aral Sea, a site devastated by drought. The film blends elements of poetry and science fiction, drawing inspiration from filmmakers Chris Marker and Andrei Tarkovsky. It reflects on the changes to a world that has largely vanished. The 52-minute documentary presents a stark portrait of loss and transformation.

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