lessons on flight by Cecilia Araneda takes a close look at the flight patterns of the green-backed hummingbird. Under this zoological experiment lies a profound exploration of the Chilean countryside. Home to both the bird and the filmmaker's father, the details that shape the setting are present in every frame. While the 16mm film is treated with oil from olives freshly picked from the family home garden, the sound is recorded from the leaves of the tree they come from. Experimental in nature, these alchemical processes synthesize a place dear to the filmmaker and the ecosystem that forms it. Initially imperceptible, the interconnectedness of these elements infuses each shot with great emotion. (MF)

competition : National Short and Medium-Length Competition

lessons on flight