RAI Film Festival 2017. Shepherds in the cave
Description
An international team of art restorers, archaeologists and volunteers begin work on the restoration of religious frescoes inside a network of ancient caves. Faced with local bureaucratic challenges and the systemic neglect of archaeological sites, the team encounters a community of shepherds and migrants who have used the caves for centuries and discover a living culture that is worth preserving most of all.
Runtime
85 minutes
Series
Subjects
- Caves (10)
- Shepherds (9)
- Excavations (Archaeology) (53)
- Cave dwellings (2)
- Mural painting and decoration (7)
Geography
Genre
Database
Alexander Street
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