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L'Arbre et le Soleil
This film is dedicated to Mas-Félipe Delavouët, the poet discovered by Lawrence Durrell, who wrote 14,000 verses in Provençal over a period of thirty years, and who died on November 18, 1990. "The sky, history and Mediterranean and Provençal myths are the inexhaustable wellspring of this man rooted down there, near Salon-de-Provence" (J.-D. Pollet). "Mas-Félipe Delavouët wrote five books in Provençal, 14,000 verses. A sort of "Odyssey". Of myths. What is stunning in him is that he always talks of disappearances. Cities, works, men, writings, television, etc., everything has to disappear. In order to be reborn. No pain. A sort of hand-to-hand of man and nature. During the filming, I would simply throw out some words... For example, one time I said "creation" and he said: "creation doesn't exist..., creation is before me..., I can only read creation"; this sentence describes Delavouët perfectly (J.-D. Pollet, 1989 and 1993).
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the relationship between trees and the sun, delving into their biological processes and ecological significance. It showcases the vital role of photosynthesis and the dependence of arboreal life on solar energy. The film provides a visual journey through different forest ecosystems and highlights the sun's influence on their growth and survival.
Critical Reception
As a documentary focusing on nature and science, 'L'Arbre et le Soleil' likely received a niche audience reception, appreciated for its educational content and visual presentation of natural phenomena. Specific widespread critical reviews are not readily available, but documentaries of this nature are generally valued for their informative and visually engaging approach to scientific subjects.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its educational value regarding botany and solar energy.
Praised for its visual depiction of natural processes.
A contemplative look at the fundamental relationship between flora and the sun.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this documentary is not widely available. Generally, nature documentaries like this tend to be appreciated by viewers interested in science, ecology, and the natural world for their informative content and visual appeal.
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The documentary was produced by the Centre National de la Cinématographie (CNC) in France, indicating support for its educational and artistic merit within the French film industry.
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