Song of a Seer (2018)

Haitian poet, critic and actor Dominique Batraville rummages through a library of literature and curios while drifting between recitations, musings and memories in a hypnotic stream of consciousness. The film is shot inside his cramped Port-au-Prince home, and yet it conjures a portrait of an entirely offscreen world. Song of a Seer reveals the intangible qualities lurking beneath surfaces—and points to the infinite space of the human mind.

Director: Aïda Maigre-Touchet
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 72 min
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Country: Canada, France, Haiti
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Song of a Seer about?
Haitian poet, critic and actor Dominique Batraville rummages through a library of literature and curios while drifting between recitations, musings and memories in a hypnotic stream of consciousness. The film is shot inside his cramped Port-au-Prince home, and yet it conjures a portrait of an entirely offscreen world. Song of a Seer reveals the intangible qualities lurking beneath surfaces—and points to the infinite space of the human mind.
Who directed Song of a Seer?
Song of a Seer was directed by Aïda Maigre-Touchet.
How long is Song of a Seer?
Song of a Seer has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
What genre is Song of a Seer?
Song of a Seer is a Documentary film.
Where was Song of a Seer produced?
Song of a Seer was produced in Canada, France, Haiti.