Baraka/Chronos

Synopsis

Two films from the cinematographer of KOYAANISQUATSI, Ron Fricke.
BARAKA (1992) is a visually stunning film shot over 13 months in 24 countries, providing an overwhelming experience that spans the geographical, cultural and social diversity of our changing planet. Set to an atmospheric soundtrack inspired by various rituals and nature itself, the film captures the very essence of man’s relationship with the earth, both harmonious and catastrophic. BARAKA is a journey of rediscovery. It is the power, the beauty and the rage of life itself. It is the world we live in.

CHRONOS (1985) was Fricke’s directorial debut. Originally shot in the largest film format, Imax 1570, the film imparts a unique vision of our world - the first non-verbal, non-fiction motion picture to be filmed in time-lapse photography. Presented as a visual symphony in seven movements, Chronos embarks on an unprecedented cinematic journey across the worlds of natural beauty and manmade monuments, as it explores the essence of time.

DVD Extras: 2 discs. BAKARA includes Making-of, crew interviews and behind the scenes feature. CHRONOS includes director, composer, production manager commentary and behind the scenes feature.

Language

English

Country

United States

Year of production

1985/1992

Notes

BARAKA is also available separately on VHS (2ND1090 and DVD (2NDVD3024) for £19.99 each, and CHRONOS on DVD (2NDVD3115) for £12.99

Subjects

Anthropology; Geography

Keywords

natural history; social life and customs; time; time-lapse photography

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 2 PAL

Price

£29.99

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

135 minutes

Year

2007

Production Company

Name

Mayfair Entertainment

Distributor

 

Available from retail outlets

Name

Second Sight Films Ltd

Email

info@secondsightfilms.co.uk

Web

http://www.secondsightfilms.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

020 8977 0553

Fax

020 8977 1470

Address

16 Connaught Road
Teddington
London
TW11 0PS

Notes

A UK DVD distributor of celebrated classics and cult cinema from around the world, as well as some television titles. Sale via retail outlets.