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Dea Kulumbegashvili & Arseni Khachaturan on framing the unseen in 'April'

22 min • 25 april 2025

This week, we welcome the visionary duo behind the hauntingly beautiful film 'April' – Georgian writer-director Dea Kulumbegashvili and her longtime collaborator, cinematographer Arseni Khachaturan, known for his mesmerizing visual poetry. Together, they've crafted a cinematic experience that defies conventional storytelling while captivating audiences with its deliberate pacing and breathtaking imagery.

Our conversation ranges from the magic of what's captured in the frame to the enchanting mysteries of what lies just beyond it. It's a playful yet profound exploration of perspective, where we question not just what we see, but how we perceive our very existence through the lens of film.

As we banter about titles and the creative process, you'll find out how the two dance between intense collaboration and friendly debates—because let's be real, who doesn't love a good argument over artistic vision, especially when it's all moving toward a similar goal?

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