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Graziano – A Hermit’s Story
Directed by: Jozefien Van der Aelst
Graziano is the sole inhabitant of a deserted mountain village. Accompanied by his blind dog, he wanders the deserted streets, sings serenades in the abandoned church, and embarks on a quest to find his long-lost love, whose name has vanished from his memory. His poignant existence is further accentuated by his artistic talent, as he paints religious phrases and political statements on wooden plaques, adorning the village walls with his evocative folk art. Amidst the majestic mountains, Graziano’s hermetic existence is revealed, revealing a melancholic world.
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Monday 21 April 202518:30Venue : Le Studio des UrsulinesAddress : 10 Rue des Ursulines, 75005 Paris
Reviews
“We meet a lonely man who lives alone in a deserted village where he plays the role of a menacing sentry.”
Jozefien Van der Aelst
“Graziano fights ghosts that vandalize his property and reveals a spiritual reality beyond material life.”
Jozefien Van der Aelst
“My vision for this film was to create an immersive experience that transports viewers to this isolated kingdom.”
Jozefien Van der Aelst
“The film invites viewers to reflect on the universal human experience of the quest for connection.”
Jozefien Van der Aelst
Credits
- Jozefien Van der Aelst Director(s)
- Jozefien Van der Aelst Screenwriter(s)
- Edoardo Scussel Director(s) of Photography
- Edoardo Scussel Sound design
- Jozefien Van der Aelst Editing
- Jozefien Van der Aelst Colorist(s)
- Akira Rabelais Original Music
- Barthélémy Belleudy Sound mixing
- Fred Kelemen, Jozefien Van der Aelst Producer(s)
- KINO KOMBAT Filmproductions Production companies
- Italy Countries of Origin
- Germany / Italy Countries of Filming
