- Genre
- Documentary
- Year
- 2010
- Runtime
- 1h30
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Waste Land
Turning trash into treasure, one portrait at a time.
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Synopsis
Waste Land, a documentary released in 2010 directed by Lucy Walker, follows artist Vik Muniz as he collaborates with trash pickers in Jardim Gramacho, the world's largest landfill located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Muniz forms a bond with the catadores, creating larger-than-life portraits of them using the materials they collect. The film explores themes of redemption, humanity, and the transformative power of art. It sheds light on the resilience of the human spirit and the impact of social inequality. Waste Land showcases the beauty that can emerge from the most unlikely of places, turning trash into treasure both literally and metaphorically.
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Reviews
Waste Land has received critical acclaim for its poignant storytelling and powerful message. The documentary has been praised for its ability to capture the human experience in the most unlikely of settings. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a perfect score of 100%, with critics calling it 'inspiring' and 'emotional'. IMDb rates it 7.8/10, with viewers lauding its authenticity and impact. Metacritic gives it a solid rating of 78/100, highlighting its artistic merit and social relevance. The film has been described as a 'must-watch' for its compelling narrative and the way it challenges viewers to rethink their perceptions of waste and art.
