Hacksaw Ridge

Sometimes movies make you dream. Sometimes movies make you smile... 

When you just want to cry. Cry for the those lives who had passed away. 

Cry for those moments that won't ever happen. 

We, humans, are here just for a very small moment of time so we ought to get together. Side by side on this voyage, at the Planet Earth, throughout the Cosmos! 

The movie message is really well delivered by the distinguished actor and director Mel Gibson. But the job of Andrew Garfield won't let you down. He puts his best when he gives life to Desmond T. Doss. 

This true hero was a real man. With a real life who was at a real war. He was a natural. A natural human being, with a pure heart full of love. He was a believer. His faith, body and mind was all he got to save the life of 75 men in Okinawa. 

The truth is they all made a mock of him. His colleagues. They attacked him. His partners of war. They disrespected him. His brothers in arms. 

The incredible fact is Mr. Doss went through a really rough, violent path although he never stopped believing. This faith, this energy, this power made him a true hero.

The first man in American history to receive the Medal of Honor without firing a shot.  

HACKSAW RIDGE

Burning Man

"It's a feeling! You can't describe it"
Welcome to Burning Man, virtually though.
Here's a well done documentary from Mr. Todd Kortte through the principles of the festival, in 2016.   

BURNING MAN: A JOURNEY THROUGH THE PLAYA

What Really Goes Down at Burning Man

Burning Man is known for many as THE festival. 

An annual gathering that takes place at Black Rock City, Nevada, USA.

Accordingly to this need to name and categorize things, the prototypical transformational festival is Burning Man. First held in 1986 on Baker Beach in San Francisco, it is nowadays a refuge off nowadays life. 

I didn't have a chance yet, to attend this pioneer and unforgettable electronic based festival. I look forward to being there, however. 

Festivals of this quality, genre, power, you don't get it through words, photos, motion pictures, whatever you name it. You have got to be there. Live it. 

Just as life, no one is going to live it for you.

Here's a beautiful, well done work / report from Ms. Jade de Lavareille of Burning Man 2016. 

WHAT REALLY GOES DOWN AT BURNING MAN

Jan Blomqvist - Something Says

One of the most promising artists for electro-pop musical genre worldwide. 

He, his band have been traveling the world playing in the best underground movement scenes! 

Undeniable influences from Booka Shade, veterans of the electronic music scene. 

Still young at heart but classic in quality. Bravo!

Here are they at the rooftop.

JAN BLOMQVIST - SOMETHING SAYS (LIVE)

A Moment of Boom Festival 2016

Raves from 2016 year are as crucial as raves from back in the days. 1960 or afterwards. 

And more than ever ravers gather together in order to experience some kind of transcendental vibe, capable of life changing experience.

Boom Festival is one of those events where your life is about to make sense, while you even wonder about that. 

your vibe attracts your tribe..

The free spirit raves on.. and on!!

154 different nationalities at the same place!! 

One of the best moments of my last Summer!!

It goes beyond words.. it comes in a bunch of feelings / energies

Boom Festival 2016   

Boomland, Portugal

A MOMENT OF BOOM FESTIVAL 2016

John Francis: I walk the Earth

Meet John Francis! 

The man who didn't speak..

"For the first week, everyone thought it was fun, and I realised I was actually listening for a change. I had always been so used to thinking about what I was going to say next. After a few weeks, people started getting worried." he explains on newspaper. 

“I want to take you in one this journey, and the journey i believe is a metaphor for all of our journeys (...) i want you to think about your own journey”

John Francis tells us his own journey. 

Back in the days, in 1971. 

Wonderful to hear and witness! It makes us believe. 

Believe! 

JOHN FRANCIS: I WALK THE EARTH

TerraTech @ BoomLand 2016

Hypnotic vision!
Follow the white rabbit! 

Twilight moments in Spacetime....

A video capture from myself at Boom Festival 2016, 4th night.
One of the best portuguese producers in the dark psychedelic trance scene, at the moment.
Igor João aka TerraTech @ Boomland, Portugal

TerraTech - Darkpsy

Tropical Bleyage - Mala

This is a psychedelic video! 

A mixture of motion pictures and animated graphics plus an electronic psychedelic song called Mala (2014) from serbian artist Tropical Bleyage. 

I have no idea about the video author or editor, but I have got to say this is overwhelming!

It is philosophical, it is detail oriented, it is fascinating. It is prophetic if you will! 

To name some, there's video parts of the following films: Baraka (1992), Samsara (2011), Planet Earth Series (2006) and Apocalypto (2006).  

As this is so insightful I would call it art. The art of psychedelic audiovisual. 

Here's my analysis: 

This video kicks off with a prophecy of the Oracle Girl (Apocalypto) loaded with a cursed path for a civilization. The Maya Civilization. Here are some translated sentences of hers:"A great civilization is not conquered from without until it is destroyed from within." "When the end comes, not everyone is ready to go." as well as "No one can outrun their destiny."  

The video mixtures images from Planet Earth: indigenous tribes, indigenous rituals for Gods, flowers blossom and whatnot, intentionally as a metaphor for evolution of species, life out of balance and loads of symbolism derived from geometry [an ancient science known to be crucial for the evolution of Life on the Planet Earth and Cosmos understanding, even some would say, God is geometry!] and DMT, the spirit molecule because users say its voyage is all but geometrics, colors and shapes. 

So as water is shown many times, also referring to the Spirit, Mind and Consciousness this video is all but a message saying: we are all connected! 

We are but one specie on the Planet Earth. We shall reincarnate until the end of our civilization because quote "A great civilization is not conquered from without until it is destroyed from within". 

Bon voyage! 

TROPICAL BLEYAGE - MALA 

Boom Festival

"First of all, we are all connected. I think the most fundamental thing is we are all connected by an energy field".  

Boom Festival is been entitled as a Transformational Festival.

I have no authority nor desire to designate this festival as anything else besides a unique, fascinating and life changing experience. 

Some call it the junkie festival.

I would rather name it as The Transcendental Gathering for the new tribes of the XXI century!

There's no one who can accurately describe you what's Boom Festival about! Because it's different for each and every one of us. 

Like an experience you gotta live it. 

Boom Festival is one of those festivals that you have got to go once in your lifetime.

We are love. We are all. We are one.

BOOM FESTIVAL 

Stephen Hawking - Master of the Universe

Stephen Hawking is a human being who has been through serious difficulties hard to understand by those who do not live them. 

One of the bravest minds of our times. 

My words are but too weak, insignificant to express plus informing about such a wise man, his will to live and the legacy he has left to humanity. 

Stephen Hawking will live forever on the history of our Planet Earth or on the records of our unlimited and complex Cosmos, as he would rather love to be appointed to. 

MASTER OF THE UNIVERSE

Interstellar

It is one of the science fiction Hollywood movies that I most admire, love and recommend. Why?

First, because it is Christopher Nolan's. One of the best feature film directors of our time. 

Second because Interstellar is about Cosmos, our Planet Earth, Human Race and our most precious value - Love. 

It is about the time that we have left, the time that ages us and take us somewhere else off the Planet Earth. 

Third because Hans Zimmer is the other author, artist who is behind this duo. His work as a composer is something to be admirable, to be listened and to be felt. 

It's been long since these two artists coupled together and thank God [if there's any] or the Divine Energy, who brought them together! 

"This is no time for caution" - this sentence was engraved on the back side of a watch, Christopher Nolan gave as a present to Hans Zimmer while working on this project. Fascinating, right?! 

Yeah, because the same sentence is used in the movie by TARS, the lead actor best adviser. 

INTERSTELLAR

The Universe in a Nutshell

Michio Kaku is one of the most distinguished and respected Theoretical Physics of our time. 

His intelligence is praised by many who in the world of physics try to find their own path to explain the laws of Universe. 

Here is a short but complete explanation of the Universe itself given by the man who is one of the co-authors of string theory aka the theory of everything. 

The genius mind of Mr. Kaku has been delivering a wonderful contribution to the human race so we could better understand what's beyond our sight...

THE UNIVERSE IN A NUTSHELL

Cosmos - A Personal Voyage

Carl Sagan, Cosmos: A Personal Voyage goes beyond limits. 

There’s no boundaries on his mind and his work on this documentary is fascinating. 

This blend with science and prophecy turns this masterpiece as a legacy of not so many. 

It is important to mention this academic work was first aired back in 1980. 
What an extraordinary mind. 

It is one of the most remarkable works throughout history, science and time I have ever seen seen.  

COSMOS - A PERSONAL VOYAGE

Koyaanisqatsi

In the Hopi Language, the word Koyaanisqatsi means "unbalanced life".

This masterpiece goes back to 1982, when two genius worked together.

Fortunately Godfrey Reggio and Ron Fricke where on the same vibration so a new film style was born. 

"The film consists primarily of slow motion and time-lapse footage of cities and many natural landscapes across the United States. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and music. Reggio explained the lack of dialogue by stating "it's not for lack of love of the language that these films have no words. It's because, from my point of view, our language is in a state of vast humiliation. It no longer describes the world in which we live."  

The film is the first in the Qatsi trilogy of films: it is followed by Powaqqatsi (1988) & Naqoyqatsi (2002). The trilogy depicts different aspects of the relationship between humans, nature, and technology."

The consequences of this creation were Baraka (1992) and in the new millennium Samsara (2011). 

I would say these films have a transcendental message hard to find, uneasy to hold...

KOYAANISQATSI

Baraka

I would say this film shows precisely the world we left behind and the world we are walking into. 

Baraka (1992) & Samsara (2011) are the two masterpieces of Ron Fricke who heavily cooperated on Qatsi Trilogy.

These two masterpieces place our Mother Earth in two different millennium. 

Watching both in a row, is the best way possible to decipher such a visionary outer message. 

It's a non-narrative documentary film but its message is extraordinary! 
Ron Fricke outstands in a world of millions of filmmakers his will to show the planet where's been living throughout his life. 

BARAKA

Samsara

I would say this audiovisual masterpiece is the most accurate portrait of Mother Earth in the new millennium. 
The excess - capitalism, over population, technology, artificial intelligence. 
The remaining - humanism, beauty of Nature, love... 
well have a look at something impressive! 

Samsara is a sanskrit word that means "the ever turning wheel of life"

Although Samsara being a piece of art from 2011, nowadays the power of this documentary is still extraordinary!

SAMSARA

Visitors

Godfrey Reggio is best known for his Qatsi trilogy - a work of a genius. 

A visionary, a philosopher, an artist, a visitor. 

He has long left his legacy. 

Visitors (2013) is his latest work.    

VISITORS

Twin Peaks - Love Theme

Here is the story behind the creation of main theme for one of the best TV Series of all time. 

Two art genius got together and the result couldn't be any better. 

It is Fascinating. Inspiring. Touching. Beautiful. 

It is art at its core. 

David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti at their best.   

TWIN PEAKS - LOVE THEME

[in]seguro

Agoraphobia is a complex disease.

Fear of open spaces. Fear of the outside world. 

Anxiety, personality disorder! 

A man lives in the safeness of his home until something goes wrong. 

His anxiety and disorder led him out where he faces the most surprising moments. 

Upon his return home his mind cannot cop with all those feelings felt in the outside world. 

Written, Produced & Directed by Tiago André Pereira & Alexandre Guaraci

Portugal, 2007

Fiction

[IN]SEGURO - First Chapter

P.S. Please find the Second Chapter on Youtube.

Submissa

In her dreams no one can help her.

A non-linear narrative that intrigues the viewer. It is not clear what we are watching: if it is either the real life of this woman or her dreams, in which she is rendered to submission. The plot reveals a very suspenseful and edgy feel.

Written, Produced & Directed by Tiago André Pereira
Portugal, 2013
Fiction

SUBMISSA

Lessons for the No-Budget Feature

As an independent filmmaker, writer and producer I understand the complexity, the hard-work, the challenge to do a film. But I love cinema, writing and creative art. 

When I come across some interesting videos with valuable information about filmmaking I like to keep an open eye and mind. 

Here are some insights from few remarkable cinema directors on how to get your movie done.

It is for cinema lovers, aspiring filmmakers and independent producers.

LESSONS FOR THE NO-BUDGET FEATURE

The Matrix

The power of cinema may go beyond our expectations. 

The Matrix is all but a message. 

The story is a dichotomy between Humanity & Technology. 

It is a challenge between Love & Hate. Peace & War.
A journey through Faith & Fate! 

It goes beyond what's real!? How do you define Real?

Here are some of the best quotes:

"If you're talking about what you can feel, what you can smell, what you can taste and see, then real is simply electrical signals interpreted by your brain. Neo, sooner or later you're going to realize, just as I did, that there's a difference between knowing the path, and walking the path" (...)

“I know you're out there...I can feel you now. I know that you're afraid. You're afraid of us, you're afraid of change...I don't know the future...I didn't come here to tell you how this is going to end, I came here to tell you how this is going to begin. Now, I'm going to hang up

this phone, and I'm going to show these people what you don't want them to see. I'm going to show them a world without you...a world without rules and controls, without borders or boundaries. A world...where anything is possible” The Matrix, 1999

THE MATRIX

Electronic Awakening

In the twilight of human history a global culture will emerge and redesign civilization...

Electronic Awakening is a documentary where people point out the revolutionary change the world and people are involved in. It is remarkable. 

“since the beginning of time mankind has used music and dance to commune with nature and spirit of the universe” Goa Gil

ELECTRONIC AWAKENING

We Are in the Cyborg State!

“It’s our behavior that determines the content of our mind. […] We become what we do; we become what we see; we become the routine that we are a part of…” G.R.

"Godfrey Reggio is an inventor of a film style which creates poetic images of extraordinary emotional impact for audiences worldwide."

Here's one of the best interviews with the Master Godfrey Reggio.

His legacy to audiovisual industry is singular, enormous and remarkable. 

His point of view, his philosophy are unique on such an immense world. 

Once upon a time, a 28 years old monk walked away 14 years of exile and brotherhood! 

This man is a Master of many matters, ought to be understood years from now!

Love and Respect

WE ARE IN THE CYBORG STATE!

Before the Flood

I would say this is best work to date from Leonardo Dicaprio.
An insightful documentary. An important message. 
People don't care about it. People think this documentary is pointless! 

I say: A dead-end way?? I truly hope not, but it is inevitable.  
Seven billions dreams. One Planet. 
Consume with care and our great Mother Earth shall live forever. 

BEFORE THE FLOOD

Pale Blue Dot

The words of a visionary. 

An enlightened mind, perhaps a genius!

Carl Sagan, the mind behind - Cosmos: A Personal Voyage (1980)

PALE BLUE DOT

Voyageurs

Mesmerized by its beauty..

A look into the Universe

A sight of Pachamama

VOYAGEURS

Watchtower of Turkey

This is a masterpiece of the young genius - Leonardo Dalessandri!

It is art. It is love. It is vision, empathy, mindfulness. It is enlightening! 

An artist at heart. 

WATCHTOWER OF TURKEY

7 Billion Others

Many individuals. One specie. Multicultural.
Unity and Love. Peace and Light.
"Did you tell somebody in your life, you love them?
If you didn't, please, tell them"

7 BILLION OTHERS

Captains of Spaceship Earth

“We live in a world of exponential technological advancement...

...First we build the tools, then the tools build us...

...we are designed by what we have designed...

...empathy rarely extends beyond our line of sight...”

These are the words of Jason Silva. The video is from Leonardo Dalessandri.

The Kindred Spirits!

Two bold minds, empathic, aware of the nowadays world, capable of beautiful masterpieces such as the following. 

CAPTAINS OF SPACESHIP EARTH

Seven Billion Dreams. One Planet. Consume with care.

"Living within planetary boundaries is the most promising strategy for ensuring a healthy future. Human prosperity need not cost the earth. Living sustainably is about doing more and better with less. It is about knowing that rising rates of natural resource use and the environmental impacts that occur are not a necessary by-product of economic growth." 

Directed by Leonardo Dalessandri.

SEVEN BILLION DREAMS