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Holding Up the Sky (2023)

5.0 ★20231h 18mFR
Documentary

Directed by Pieter van Eecke

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

1h 18m

Language

FR

Release

April 13, 2023

Director

Pieter van Eecke

Overview

"When the shamans stop dancing and life in the rainforest loses its balance, the sky will collapse and come to crush everything." This wisdom is passed down from generation to generation by the Yanomami of Brazil. But gold miners are polluting the rivers, shamans are dying, the rainforest is disappe...

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Holding Up the Sky (2023), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

"When the shamans stop dancing and life in the rainforest loses its balance, the sky will collapse and come to crush everything." This wisdom is passed down from generation to generation by the Yanomami of Brazil. But gold miners are polluting the rivers, shamans are dying, the rainforest is disappearing and the earth is getting hotter. Davi Kopenawa, a tribal leader and spokesman for the Yanomami, has been fighting relentlessly against the colonization of his land for 40 years. He warns Westerners that when the sky collapses, they too will be crushed. Why don't they listen? Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Holding Up the Sky. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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