Light Memories

Photographer Misha Vallejo Prut grew up knowing nothing about his grandfather. Now an adult, he spends time at his family home in Riobamba, Ecuador, to reconnect with his family and to dig into a treasure trove of images taken by his grandfather, who was also an image maker. A slide projector showcases these frames on a wall and provides a blueprint for Misha’s inquiry into the truth of his family tree. In the process, he is introduced to other versions of his loved ones and discovers anecdotes he has never heard before. His inventive approach, deeply rooted in photography, brings his family members together and allows for the creation of new souvenirs as they unpack secrets. Through the exploration of their past, Misha builds new understandings for himself. (AT)
This film contains discussion of domestic violence.