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202220 minPGdocumentary

Underground Rivers

202220 minPGdocumentary

A sudden crescendo of nervous electro noise contrasts with a serene archery scene between two men in this 20-minute film.

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A sudden crescendo of nervous electro noise contrasts with a serene archery scene between two men in this 20-minute film.

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Simón Vélez

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Two men engage in a quiet archery scene, set against a backdrop of nature. The film, directed by Simón Velez in 2022, contrasts this serene moment with sudden bursts of electro noise. The 20-minute documentary uses analogue film techniques to create a unique atmosphere. It captures the tension between calmness and chaos, inviting reflection on the human experience in various settings.

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