Q&A with filmmaker Allie Humenuk, 74 min, documentary
Shadow
of the House is about looking closely. Filmed over seven years, it is
an intimate portrait of photographer Abelardo Morell, revealing the
mystery and method of his artistic process. The narrative skips across
time and space from his early childhood escape from Castro's regime to
his status as a world - renowned photographer. The film explores his
daily working life as an artist and his eventual return to Cuba after
40 years of living in exile. Shadow of the House uncovers the deep
layers of a man who is pushed to confront his past and his familial
allegiances as it explores his unique artistic vision. For more info: www.shadowofthehouse.com, www.ahp-productions.com
On the MIT campus
77 Mass. Ave.
Room 6-120 Click here for directions to MIT.
Free and open to the public.
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Allie was cinematographer for this film as well, looks interesting.