Ofelia Soto: Ecos de una memoria Poster

Ofelia Soto: Ecos de una memoria: Directed by Luis Perozo Cervantes. With Ofelia Soto. Directed by Luis Perozo Cervantes, 'Ofelia Soto: echoes of a memory' is an emotional short documentary that explores the life and work of the prominent Mexican painter and art critic, Ofelia Soto. Residing in Maracaibo since 1969, Soto became a key figure in the city's cultural and artistic panorama in the last third of the 20th century. Through a series of intimate conversations, poet and director Luis Perozo seeks to unravel the rich complexity of her personality, a tireless artist in the pursuit of excellence. At 92 years old, Ofelia faces the challenges of age and serious lapses that distance her from reality. However, the short film manages to weave together the fragments of his memory, revealing flashes of clarity and reflection that illuminate his vision of art and his legacy. With the sensitive photography of Rael Timaure, this work becomes a tribute to the collective memory of a city that often forgets its elderly artists, remembering the importance of their history and their influence on local culture. 'Ofelia Soto: echoes of a memory' is a nostalgic and revealing journey that invites us to reflect on the passage of time and the value of creativity in all its forms.