Overview
The epic story of the first contact, encounter, approach, betrayal and, eventually, life-transcending friendship, between Karamakate, an Amazonian shaman, last survivor of his people, and two scientists that, over the course of 40 years, travel through the Amazon in search of a sacred plant that can heal them. Inspired by the journals of the first explorers of the Colombian Amazon, Theodor Koch-Grunberg and Richard Evans Schultes.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Embrace of the Serpent?
Embrace of the Serpent was directed by Ciro Guerra.
What was the budget and revenue for Embrace of the Serpent?
The official budget was $1,400,000 and the movie went on to gross $1,320,005 worldwide.
Where was Embrace of the Serpent produced?
It was produced by companies including Nortesur Producciones, Buffalo Films, Caracol Televisión, Ciudad Lunar, MC Producciones, Dago García Producciones in Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela.
Embrace of the Serpent Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Embrace of the Serpent wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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