Film Lens
Zumiriki is centered around a filmmaker's attempt to revisit a childhood memory by constructing a cabin on an isolated riverbank. This location is directly opposite an island from his youth, which was submerged due to dam construction. The film captures the essence of this lost place, where only the trees remain visible above the water, symbolizing the remnants of the past.
The narrative unfolds over four months, resembling a personal diary of solitude and reflection. The filmmaker's experience is enriched by the presence of two hens, a small vegetable garden, and a clock that has stopped at 11:36 and 23 seconds, emphasizing the theme of time and memory in this secluded paradise.
Why Watch
- •See the submerged childhood island through the filmmaker's eyes.
- •Find out how solitude shapes memories in a lost paradise.
- •Meet two hens that accompany the filmmaker during his retreat.
Did You Know
•The film was released in 2019 and has a duration of 122 minutes.
•The filmmaker built the cabin opposite his childhood island, which disappeared under water.
•The clock in the cabin stopped at exactly 11:36 and 23 seconds.
Perfect For
Memory and nostalgiaNature loversFans of personal documentaries