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Kidney Stone Inspires Filmmaker's Captivating Exploration of Earth's Geological Wonders
17 Nov
Summary
- Filmmaker Sofie Benoot's personal experience with a kidney stone leads to a reflective documentary
- Narrator Siân Phillips explores the interrelation between the human body and the Earth's landmass
- Experts from around the world discuss the nature of stone and its connection to our history and future
In November 2025, Belgian filmmaker Sofie Benoot's documentary explores the intriguing connection between the human body and the Earth's geological history. The film's starting point is Benoot's recent removal of a kidney stone, which she assigns to her offscreen alter ego, voiced by the renowned actress Siân Phillips.
Through Phillips' narration, the documentary takes viewers on a captivating journey, examining the nature of rock and stone and their mysterious interrelation with the human experience. Benoot interviews ecologists and geologists from various parts of the world, including the island of Fogo in Cape Verde, the Palestinian territories, and California, to gain insights into the mineral composition of kidney stones and their origins.
