Documentary, by Jason Figgis, United States, 2019.
This documentary retraces the life and work of Simon Marsden, widely regarded as one of the foremost photographers of the supernatural. Premiered at the British Film Institute in London, the film offers a fascinating journey into his creative universe, appealing not only to photography enthusiasts but also to scholars, teachers, students, and anyone intrigued by the mysteries of the unseen. Through evocative imagery and first-hand accounts, it explores the artistic path of a photographer whose work has appeared in books, on U2 album covers, and in museum exhibitions around the world.

Although convinced of the existence of ghosts, Marsden never claimed to capture them directly with his camera. Instead, he used black-and-white infrared film to record the atmosphere and the invisible traces that, in his view, spirits left imprinted upon places. From the landscapes of Ireland to the vast expanses of Russia, passing through Venice and the American Southwest, he transformed historic buildings, ruins, and haunting locations into deeply evocative images capable of suggesting dark and unsettling stories. His photographs continue to captivate the imagination, demonstrating how the most powerful works of art can leave a lasting impression on those who behold them.

LANGUAGE: English
SUBTITLES: Spanish, French, German, Portuguese