One cave. Two worlds. Infinite stories.On the border between Greece and Albania, a cave reveals its dual nature: a natural wonder and a cultural archive.
This documentary journeys through science, memory, and geopolitics deep within the earth’s hidden chambers. The Cave of Two Worlds is a creative documentary that explores the multifaceted significance of caves, not only as geological formations but also as ecological shelters, cultural wombs, and formations but also as ecological shelters, cultural wombs, and passageways of collective memory.
The film is structured around four thematic axes: Cave, Water, and Memory:Through poetic cinematography, the audience is immersed in the symbolic and physical dimension of the cave as a primordial “womb”of the earth and human experience.
The Scientific Mission: An international team of speleologists and scientists explores the cave, documenting its microbiological, geological, and ecological features.Myth and Oral Tradition:Local stories and folklore reveal how the cave has shaped the cultural identity and worldview of the surrounding communities.Cave and Geopolitics:As a natural passage that transcends man-made borders, the cave becomes a symbol of connection challenging national divisions and offering new ways of seeing the landscape
Vision:The Cave of Two Worlds seeks to raise awareness of caves as both natural treasures and cultural bridges. Through a dialogue between science, local memory, and cinematic storytelling, the film highlights the urgent need for environmental protection and cultural connectivity in a divided world.
- Director / Editor / Camera Operator / Art Director / Co-Creator / Producer: Lina Damaskopoulou
- Director / Co-Creator / Producer: Alexis Tsafas
- Co-Author / Producer: Margaritari
- Director of Photography / Camera Operator: Officer Flower
- Production: Eqvus Productions
- Co-Production: Fucking Conflicts
- With the support of: Istor AMKE (Non-Profit Civil Company)
