GRAND EARTH E04 - EARTH: SETENIL DE LAS BODEGAS, SPAIN; OUARZAZATE, MOROCCO

Cinemavixion Review

This episode of 'Grand Earth' ventures into two dramatically different yet equally captivating locales: Setenil de las Bodegas in Spain and Ouarzazate in Morocco. The series masterfully explores how human ingenuity and resilience allow communities to thrive in extreme environments. In Spain, we witness the remarkable cave dwellings of Setenil de las Bodegas, ingeniously integrated into natural rock formations. Transitioning to Morocco, the focus shifts to Ouarzazate, a town renowned not only for its unique desert landscape but also as a legendary filming location for epic movies. The episode delves into the broader theme of human adaptation, showcasing diverse communities across the globe—from the Himalayan Sherpas to the Iranian cave-dwellers, the Hani people of Yunnan's rice terraces, the Filipino 'sea gypsies', and Bolivian salt miners. Through stunning cinematography and intimate portraits, 'Grand Earth' offers a breathtaking and sometimes brutal look at our planet and the extraordinary people who call its most challenging places home.