In Ictu Oculi 2020
"Seven centuries made of stone are torn down on a single moon. Thus passes the glory of the world, in the blink of an eye."
Directed by Jorge Moneo Quintana, *In Ictu Oculi (2020)* is a poetic documentary-animation hybrid that compresses six decades of urban transformation into a fleeting 15 minutes.
Director: Jorge Moneo Quintana
Frequently Asked Questions
What is In Ictu Oculi (2020) about?
*In Ictu Oculi* is a 15-minute documentary-animation that condenses 66 years of urban evolution into a single lunar cycle. The film contrasts the sacred and the secular, showing how a block of houses—once anchored by a church—transforms into a modern financial institution, all through archival imagery that lingers on decay and renewal.
Who directed In Ictu Oculi?
Jorge Moneo Quintana directed *In Ictu Oculi (2020)*, crafting a visually striking meditation on urban change and impermanence.
Who stars in In Ictu Oculi?
Cast details for *In Ictu Oculi (2020)* are not publicly listed.
Is In Ictu Oculi (2020) worth watching?
As an unrated 15-minute short, *In Ictu Oculi* may not appeal to mainstream audiences, but its artistic ambition and thematic depth make it a rewarding watch for fans of experimental documentary animation. Those drawn to meditations on time and decay will find its brevity and beauty compelling.
How long is In Ictu Oculi?
*In Ictu Oculi (2020)* runs for 15 minutes.
About In Ictu Oculi (2020) — A 15-Minute Ode to Urban Decay and Time's Fleeting Gaze
Directed by Jorge Moneo Quintana, *In Ictu Oculi (2020)* is a poetic documentary-animation hybrid that compresses six decades of urban transformation into a fleeting 15 minutes. Through meticulously curated archival footage, the film traces the quiet erosion of a city block—where a church's hallowed halls give way to the sterile walls of a savings bank, all under the silent witness of the moon. The flickering frames carry a bittersweet weight, capturing the fragility of human achievement and the relentless march of progress, all while maintaining a delicate balance between beauty and melancholy.
The film's title, Latin for "in the blink of an eye," mirrors its narrative: a single lunar cycle encapsulates decades of change, each frame a testament to the transient nature of time and structure. Quintana's vision transforms mundane cityscapes into a haunting meditation on decay, resilience, and the fleeting passage of glory, leaving viewers to ponder what might vanish next.