Shadow of the House (2007)

Shadow of the House is about looking closely Filmed over seven years it is an intimate portrait of photographer Abelardo Morell revealing the mystery and method of his artistic process The narrative skips across time and space from his early childhood escape from Castros regime to his status as a world renowned photographer The film explores his daily working life as an artist and his eventual return to Cuba after 40 years of living in exile Shadow of the House uncovers the deep layers of a man who is pushed to confront his past and his familial allegiances as it explores his unique artistic vision Written by Allie Humenuk IMDB