Nom à la mer
Nom à la mer is a documentary film. directed by Safaa Fathy. At just 29 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jacques Derrida
Synopsis
In the city of Nijar in Spain, the balsa of Isabel Esteva is a place in the open air where waters are collected to irrigate the land. Safaa Fathy filmed the reflections of the sky on the liquid surface at the pace of one second every half-hour, from morning to evening every day. Time passes and leaves its mark on fixed shots. The voice of Jacques Derrida reads a poem written by Safaa Fathy, translated from the Arabic by Zeinad Zaza and Derrida himself. Between sound and image, interior and exterior, this film invites us to travel in the density of time.
Quick Facts
Runtime
0h 29m
29 minutes total
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Éditions Montparnasse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nom à la mer about?
In the city of Nijar in Spain, the balsa of Isabel Esteva is a place in the open air where waters are collected to irrigate the land. Safaa Fathy filmed the reflections of the sky on the liquid sur...
Who directed Nom à la mer?
Nom à la mer was directed by Safaa Fathy.
How long is Nom à la mer?
Nom à la mer has a runtime of 0 hours and 29 minutes (29 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Nom à la mer?
The main cast of Nom à la mer includes Jacques Derrida.