Kosmos 2015
Ruben Desiere's *Kosmos (2015)* offers an intimate, human-scale portrait of life in a Brussels convent before its dramatic eviction in 2013.
Director: Ruben Desiere
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kosmos (2015) about?
*Kosmos* follows the residents of a Brussels convent slated for eviction in 2013, focusing on the Mroc family and two newcomers as they navigate daily life amid uncertainty. The film blends their personal stories with a broader meditation on displacement and resilience, framed through the lens of community and belonging.
Who directed Kosmos?
Ruben Desiere directed *Kosmos*. Known for his documentary work, Desiere collaborated closely with the convent's inhabitants to craft a film that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant.
Who stars in Kosmos?
The film centers on the Mroc family, along with two newcomers, Balasz and Ra, whose lives intertwine within the walls of the Gesu convent.
Is Kosmos (2015) worth watching?
While *Kosmos* lacks a formal IMDb rating, its intimate, observational style offers a rare glimpse into a community rarely seen on screen. Fans of slow-burn documentaries and stories about resilience will find much to appreciate, even if it's not a mainstream crowd-pleaser.
How long is Kosmos?
Kosmos runs for 61 minutes.
About Kosmos (2015) — A Glimpse Inside a Community on the Edge of Change
Ruben Desiere's *Kosmos (2015)* offers an intimate, human-scale portrait of life in a Brussels convent before its dramatic eviction in 2013. Shot over months in collaboration with the residents, many of them Roma families from Slovakia, this quiet yet powerful documentary transforms ordinary stories into something extraordinary. At its heart is the Mroc family, who had called the Gesu convent home for three years, alongside two newcomers, Balasz and Ra, whose arrival adds fresh layers to the community's fragile harmony. The film's title nods to Witold Gombrowicz's absurdist novel, weaving themes of displacement and belonging into a raw, observational narrative.
Set against the looming specter of eviction, *Kosmos* captures the quiet resilience and unspoken tensions of its inhabitants as they navigate an uncertain future. Desiere's approach eschews sentimentality, instead letting the camera linger on small moments—conversations in shared kitchens, children playing in cramped corridors—that reveal the depth of their connections. The result is a film that feels like a time capsule, preserving a community on the brink of irreversible change.