Kempinski
Originally released in 2007. Kempinski is a documentary/science fiction film. directed by Neil Beloufa. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Kempinski is a mystical and animist place. People emerge from the dark, holding fluorescent lamps; they speak about a magical world. “Today we have a space station. We will launch space ships and a few satellites soon that will allow us to have much more information about the other stations and other stars.” Their testimonies spark confusion and contradiction: a second reading is necessary to fully understand what is going on in this unique blend of fiction (sci-fi) and ‘real’ documentary. The scenario of ‘Kempinski’, filmed in various towns in Mali, is defined by specific rules: interviewed people imagine the future and speak about it in the present tense. Their hopeful, poetic and spiritual stories and fantasies are recorded and edited in a melod…
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2007
19 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kempinski about?
Kempinski is a mystical and animist place. People emerge from the dark, holding fluorescent lamps; they speak about a magical world. “Today we have a space station. We will launch space ships and...
Who directed Kempinski?
Kempinski was directed by Neil Beloufa.
How long is Kempinski?
Kempinski has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Kempinski released?
Kempinski was released on January 1, 2007 in theaters.