Inspiration for the film came to me from the plant Angel’s Trumpet (Brugmansia). One of its many breeds can be pollinated solely by a very long billed hummingbird. Only this bird is able to reach the core of the blossom and drink the flower’s nectar. It took millions of years …more
Stunningly designed and photographed, Piccadilly brings a sparkling cocktail of influences to its presentation of 20s London, from West End glitter to a seedy dive bar in cosmopolitan Limehouse. Tragic heroine Shosho (Chinese-American star Anna May Wong) beguiles her way from lowly nightclub kitchen hand to the star attraction; but …more
Four desperately bored retired men yearn for some excitement in their lives to make them feel alive. While trying to occupy his mind by writing a terrible book, Telmo (José Luis Gil) is reunited with his two best friends from school. Mornreal (Manuel Manquiña), who is just out of prison, …more
Combining scientific, religious, and anthropological perspectives on the use of Ayahuasca in modern society, and in parallel with the director Fausto Noro’s own healing process, this documentary provides for the first time, a holistic, yet balanced view of this controversial subject. It tells story of Ayahuasca, from its emergence in …more