Santelmo
Santelmo

Santelmo (2021)

None | Italy, Philippines | Central American Indian languages | 52 min
Directed by: Liryc Paolo Dela Cruz
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Encyclopaedias describe St. Elmo's fire as a harmless meteorological phenomenon caused by a strong static discharge. In Philippine mythology, a "santelmo" is a wandering soul of a deceased person who has not found peace yet. Similarly, young men wandering through countryside seek in vain reconciliation with the world in this hypnotic black and white poem that resembles the work of Lav Diaz because of its contemplative pace. The three young men, whose aimless journey is accompanied only by rustling of leaves and grass, chirping of insects, and singing of birds, speak about people for whom they have suffered and whom they plan to take revenge on. Yet, they are prevented from freeing themselves by memories that cannot be killed.

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Release Date

Czech Republic
(Jihlava International Documentary Film Festival)
2021-10-29

Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Santelmo
(Original title)
Santelmo
Italy

Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Unrated
Violence & Gore
Unrated
Profanity
Unrated
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Unrated
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Unrated