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Thinking Like a Mountain
8.6
/10
474 Ratings

THINKING LIKE A MOUNTAIN

Directed by Alexander Hick
Colombia, Germany, 2018
Documentary

Synopsis

The unique territory of the Arhuaco people stretches from the frozen summits of the Andes to the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean. The small community struggles to preserve its traditional way of life threatened by the Colombian armed conflict, mining operations and climate change.

Synopsis

The unique territory of the Arhuaco people stretches from the frozen summits of the Andes to the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean. The small community struggles to preserve its traditional way of life threatened by the Colombian armed conflict, mining operations and climate change.

Our take

Moving away from a straightforward anthropological exploration of the Arhuaco, this lyrical documentary plunges into and draws from the indigenous culture’s spirituality to shape a unique film. An evocative and immersive journey into a mythical place, travelling through time and space.