Koudelka: Crossing the Same River

  • May 4, 2025 / 15:00
  • May 24, 2025 / 15:00

Director: Coşkun Aşar 
Participants: Josef Koudelka 
Turkey,2021, 81', DCP, color 
English with Turkish subtitles  

Koudelka: Crossing the Same River follows the legendary Magnum photographer Josef Koudelka on his final major project, Ruins, as he journeys through the archaeological remnants of the Mediterranean. Inspired by the ancient philosopher Heraclitus' saying, "No one crosses the same river twice," the film explores themes of change, time, and the relationship between memory and the visual world. As the photographer forms a deep connection with places and time, his pursuit of artistic and philosophical "maximum" is reflected, inviting the audience to witness moments of joy, compassion, and silence. 

Premiering at the Istanbul Film Festival, this documentary showcases Koudelka's body of work. It offers insight into his perspective on the world, shedding light on the delicate balance between solitude and exploration. In doing so, it highlights the documentary power of photography and its timeless resistance against the passage of time. 

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