Embrace of the Serpent (Ciro Guerra, 2016): Colombia, Venezuela, Argentina

Reviewed by Phill Hunziker. Viewed at the Chinese Theater, part of the AFI Film Festival 2015. Columbia’s official submission to the Oscar’s for Best Foreign Film has a genuine chance in receiving the nomination. The filmmakers received a standing ovation in its first screening at AFI Fest; I’d say it was well deserved. The narrative holds two … Continue reading Embrace of the Serpent (Ciro Guerra, 2016): Colombia, Venezuela, Argentina