Traces of absence
Director Ana Monrás
Countries Spain
Duration 17 min
Synopsis
Starting from the story line of a novel, written by the father of the Director and unexpectedly interrupted, the documentary delves into the memory of a family whose traces begin to fade. It is a story built on the lack of information, a search which flows from the depths of the intimate to the universal. From personal impressions to collective experiences. It is about the history of a family which is a reflection of a part of the history of Spain. A patchwork of memories more perceived than really lived that lead to the discovery of the very roots of the young director. A house that exudes mystery, collections of photographs, expressions of fear, anger and, finally, calm and serenity shape a portrait painted with sensations and images.
Starting from the story line of a novel, written by the father of the Director and unexpectedly interrupted, the documentary delves into the memory of a family whose traces begin to fade. It is a story built on the lack of information, a search which flows from the depths of the intimate to the universal. From personal impressions to collective experiences. It is about the history of a family which is a reflection of a part of the history of Spain. A patchwork of memories more perceived than really lived that lead to the discovery of the very roots of the young director. A house that exudes mystery, collections of photographs, expressions of fear, anger and, finally, calm and serenity shape a portrait painted with sensations and images.