The Age of Stone

About This Movie

The Age of Stone is a fascinating dive into Brazil's past, where the vast savannah holds the remains of a grand ambition. Ana Vaz's documentary weaves together history with a poetic lens, exploring how Brasília, a city that echoes the grandeur of Rome, is reimagined through its unfinished narratives. The pacing is contemplative, allowing viewers to sit with the imagery of the stark landscape juxtaposed against the monumental structure that stands there. It’s as much about the physicality of the environment as it is about the cultural undercurrents that shaped it. The film invites interpretations, teasing out themes of ambition, ruin, and the storytelling embedded in architecture. It feels deeply personal yet expansive, capturing both the isolation and the dreams of a nation.

Explores the intersection of architecture and cultureUnique visual storytellingReflects on the perception of progress and ruin