In the short film “Las Calles de Borges” (The Streets of Borges), director Ian Ruschel paints a vivid portrait of Argentina, while paying homage to the illustrious Argentinian poet and writer, Jorge Luis Borges. Filmed from the perspective of an elderly man (Alcidez Zonco, playing the part of Borges) the short film takes the viewer through a typical day in both Buenos Aires and Capilla del Señor. Similar to Woody Allen’s prolific film “Manhattan”, Ruschel is able to turn Argentina into a character in the movie. The location, due to its importance, becomes a major focal point of the short film.
The film ends with a captivating quote from Borges, as he describes the importance of art. Not only does the director masterfully encapsulate the culture and the movement of both cities, but he is also able to introduce the influential scholar to a new generation.
Buenos Aires: Las Calles de Borges from Ian Ruschel on Vimeo.
Source: Matador Network
