Parmi les montagnes et les ruisseaux

Two souls make their way through a forest that seems to be their last refuge. Far from civilization, painter Meng Huang and writer Ma Jian, two Chinese artists in exile, share an exceptional moment in the heart of nature. We witness a pilgrimage punctuated by long, captivating discussions between the two intellectuals. Life, death, their relationship with China's authoritarian regime, and their approach to artistic creation are all subjects they tackle with urgency, passion, and depth. Impeccable and splendidly crafted, Parmi les montagnes et les ruisseaux captures the beauty of a setting in which the two protagonists evolve and their ideas flourish. But is this forest actually their ultimate sanctuary? (MB)

Co-presented by DOC-Cévennes

competition : National Feature Competition

Parmi les montagnes et les ruisseaux