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**The pictures tell us all the story, and when it does, you'll be heartbroken!**
This was nominated for the Oscars, but did not win. I should have watched it earlier, but I don't know how I forgot it and moved on. Recently noticed that I...
The Salt of the Earth
2014Movie110 minFrench
During the last forty years, the photographer Sebastião Salgado has been travelling through the continents, in the footsteps of an ever-changing humanity. He has witnessed the major events of our recent history: international conflicts, starvations and exodus… He is now embarking on the discovery of pristine territories, of the wild fauna and flora, of grandiose landscapes: a huge photographic project which is a tribute to the planet's beauty. Salgado's life and work are revealed to us by his son, Juliano, who went with him during his last journeys, and by Wim Wenders, a photographer himself.
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IMDb8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Metacritic83/100
Google Users93%
Director: Wim Wenders, Juliano Ribeiro Salgado•Genres: Documentary, Biography
Plot Summary
This documentary offers an intimate look at the life and work of Sebastião Salgado, a globally renowned photographer and photojournalist. Through his stunning black-and-white images, Salgado captures the beauty and brutality of the human condition, from remote tribal communities to the devastating effects of famine and war. The film explores his artistic journey, his profound connection with his subjects, and his later-foundations work in environmental restoration.
Critical Reception
The Salt of the Earth was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its breathtaking cinematography, powerful storytelling, and Salgado's extraordinary life and work. Critics praised the film's ability to evoke deep emotion and inspire reflection on humanity and the planet.
What Reviewers Say
- Visually stunning and emotionally resonant.
- A profound and inspiring portrait of a remarkable artist.
- Documents both the immense suffering and the enduring beauty of the human experience.
Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised the film for its powerful imagery and its insightful portrayal of Sebastião Salgado's life and work. Many found the documentary deeply moving and inspiring, highlighting its artistic merit and its important message about humanity and the environment.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Won the César Award for Best Documentary Film and the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Sebastião Salgado's son, Juliano Ribeiro Salgado, co-directed the film with Wim Wenders, having spent years traveling with his father and documenting his work before making the documentary.
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