
Falling Tree presents a retrospective of nearly 30 years of innovative documentary filmmaking, emphasizing the power of curiosity and the art of listening. The collection features diverse sonic experiences, ranging from the reflections of a 103-year-old on longevity and the "ether" of broadcast history to intimate, traumatic personal accounts and lighthearted behind-the-scenes moments. Key segments explore the creative process of building "little dramas" through sound, the evocative nature of radio as a "piece of normal life," and the use of vivid metaphors—such as Harvey Keitel representing a lurking thunderstorm—to describe internal states. By blending archival recordings with new Wednesday releases, the series highlights the unlikelihood of past events and the enduring rhythm of human stories captured through audio.
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