( Terminal Norte ) is a 2021 documentary short film directed by acclaimed Argentine filmmaker Lucrecia Martel . Filmed during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown, it serves as a lyrical exploration of music, community, and female solidarity in the conservative region of Salta, Argentina. 🎬 Core Information Title: North Terminal ( Terminal Norte ) Director: Lucrecia Martel Release Year: 2021 Format: Documentary Short Film Setting: Salta, Argentina
The film captures these intimate performances and conversations, creating a "sonic haven" against the backdrop of traditionalist social structures. 🎵 Key Themes and Styles North Terminal (2021)
Watch the atmospheric trailer for North Terminal to experience Lucrecia Martel's unique documentary style: ( Terminal Norte ) is a 2021 documentary
True to Martel’s style, the film focuses heavily on the sensory and "vibrating" qualities of sound and live performance. 🌟 Reception and Availability 🎵 Key Themes and Styles Watch the atmospheric
The film was released globally on the curated streaming platform MUBI as part of their Brief Encounters and Music on Film series.
During the 2020 global lockdown, Lucrecia Martel returned to her home in Salta. The film follows singer , who acts as a "muse" and guide. Laso introduces the audience to a community of defiant artists who gather around fires to share songs, opinions, and companionship.
Critics describe the film as a "minor" work in terms of length but "bracing in its boldness". It is often programmed alongside other short works by Martel in retrospectives at venues like ACMI Cinemas .