This experimental film explores alternative cartographies of time through Earth's geological formations. By examining volcanic time, the film presents a spectrum of temporal scales, from instant catastrophic events to the slow formation of mountains. It invites viewers to immerse themselves in these diverse experiences of time. Filmed on 16mm and edited in-camera, Szlam crafts stunning landscapes using multiple exposures, creating a visual tapestry that reflects the planet’s intricate geological history.

Malena Szlam is an artist and filmmaker born and raised in Chile to Argentinian parents, and who now lives in Montréal/Tiohtià:ke/Mooniyang. Szlam’s work has been exhibited at festivals and museums around the world, including Toronto International Film Festival, New Directors/New Films Festival, International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam, Cinéma du Réel, International Film Festival Rotterdam, MoMA and many others. Her work has been the focus of two retrospectives in Los Angeles and Montreal. Szlam’s work is included in the MoMA’s permanent collection.

Available for online screening from 9 December