Between rituals which seem to hark back to another time and playful songs awash with now-problematic sexist undertones, but also profound discussions which last all night and long-term friendships, the film urges us to reflect on the technologically-connected and frenetic daily lives of these youngsters. Whilst, on the one hand, this apparent distance lends the film undeniable energy, helping it to maintain its ensemble nature and to embrace the group as a whole, the viewer does wish it would ask questions of the protagonists, to find out what they really feel and to uncover the contradictions inhabiting them.
Between gatherings around an imaginary fire made out of torches fires are prohibited due to the risk of wildfires , conversations about this and that, mini, individual rebellions triggered by the need to escape the confines of the enormous scout camp, and teachings passed down from one generation to another, Summer Camp depicts the ideals of a movement which is based entirely on community.
That said, Summer Camp does allow the audience to draw their own conclusions, or rather wrestle with their own doubts by way of incredibly rich and pertinent documentary material. Did you enjoy reading this article? Please subscribe to our newsletter to receive more stories like this directly in your inbox. In his first feature film, Mateo Ybarra depicts daily life for a group of young scouts, between playful songs and small but significant rebellions.
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