Homo Botanicus
“An expedition into the romantic world of science”
Synopsis
Fifteen years after giving up his studies as a botanist, the filmmaker decides to visit his old professor — Julio Betancur — and returns to the tropical forests of Colombia with Julio and his new disciple, the young Cristian Castro. This reunion launches a voyage that immerses us in doubts over science and the way we see the world, as Julio and Cristian look for their beloved plants in remote forests. Through their work, the film shows us the importance of legacies, and the strength of that ancient bond between master and disciple. Their search also prompts a personal reflection on modern man’s obsession with controlling and mapping nature. In the diverse and nearly infinite world of the tropics, what is the point of counting plants forever?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guillermo Quintero
- Screenplay & Story
- Guillermo Quintero
- Original Title
- Homo Botanicus
- Release Date
- 31/10/2018
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Stank
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Guillermo Quintero
Guillermo Quintero
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Guillermo Quintero
Director
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What is Homo Botanicus about?
Fifteen years after giving up his studies as a botanist, the filmmaker decides to visit his old professor — Julio Betancur — and returns to the tropical forests of Colombia with Julio and his new disciple, the young Cristian Castro. This reunion launches a voyage that immerses us in doubts over science and the way we see the world, as Julio and Cristian look for their beloved plants in remote forests. Through their work, the film shows us the importance of legacies, and the strength of that ancient bond between master and disciple. Their search also prompts a personal reflection on modern man’s obsession with controlling and mapping nature. In the diverse and nearly infinite world of the tropics, what is the point of counting plants forever?
Who directed Homo Botanicus?
Homo Botanicus was directed by Guillermo Quintero.
Who stars in Homo Botanicus?
The principal cast of Homo Botanicus includes Julio Betancur, Cristian Castro.
When was Homo Botanicus released and how long is it?
Homo Botanicus was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.