A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness
The documentary evokes the devastating effects of the earthquake that struck the Haitian capital on January 12, 2010, through the words of Haiti's greatest poet Frankétienne and his premonitory play The Trap. Shot in the ruins of Port-au-Prince's main cathedral, this film is an ode to life and suffering, a poetic response to the tragedy and desperation of a people who continues to mourn the 250,000 lives lost in the earthquake.
Director: Charles Najman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 77 min
Cast
Music: Jean-François Pauvros
Editing: Valérie Pico, Charles Najman
Production: La Huit Production
Language: Français, Haitian; Haitian Creole
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness about?
- The documentary evokes the devastating effects of the earthquake that struck the Haitian capital on January 12, 2010, through the words of Haiti's greatest poet Frankétienne and his premonitory play The Trap. Shot in the ruins of Port-au-Prince's main cathedral, this film is an ode to life and suffering, a poetic response to the tragedy and desperation of a people who continues to mourn the 250,000 lives lost in the earthquake.
- Who directed A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness?
- A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness was directed by Charles Najman.
- Who stars in A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness?
- A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness stars Frankétienne.
- How long is A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness?
- A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
- What genre is A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness?
- A Strange Cathedral in the Viscous Darkness is a Documentary film.