Wishing on a Star Documentary to Illuminate london with Tales of Destiny and Travel
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A captivating new documentary,”wishing on a Star,” will be screened at the Garden Cinema in London on Tuesday,November 25th,at 6:15 pm,offering audiences a unique exploration of fate,travel,and the human desire for change.The screening, supported by ICI London, will be followed by a question-and-answer session with the film’s screenwriter and producer, Erica Barbiani.
A Journey Guided by the Stars
The 99-minute film, directed by Peter Kerekeš, is an italian co-production involving filmmakers from Italy, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Austria, and Croatia.It centers on Luciana, a Neapolitan astrologer who believes the key to happiness lies in traveling to the precise location on Earth where the planets align on one’s birthday.
The documentary follows luciana and five of her clients as they embark on “birthday travels” to destinations including Taipei, Beirut, and a small, unnamed village.Each journey is presented as a potential catalyst for symbolic rebirth, offering the opportunity to alter one’s destiny and uncover hidden aspirations. The film masterfully blends warmth, spirituality, and a compelling wanderlust, suggesting that a shift in viewpoint – and a leap of faith – can profoundly impact life’s trajectory.
Critical Acclaim and festival Recognition
“Wishing on a Star” has already garnered meaningful praise on the international film festival circuit.The film resonated with audiences, winning the public prize at both the Venice and Toronto International Film Festivals in 2024. It was also nominated for the best documentary prize at the Chicago international Film Festival.
According to a review in The Film Green, “A playful and carefree hybrid documentary of Peter Kerekes on the control of its destiny, while an Italian astrologer sends its problematic customers to travel around the world.” This sentiment underscores the film’s unique approach to exploring complex themes with a lighthearted touch.
Part of a larger Cultural Festivity
The London screening is organized in collaboration with the Czech Center and is part of the 29th Made in Prague Festival, which runs from October 31st to November 30th, 2025. This inclusion highlights the film’s connection to Central European cinema and its broader cultural meaning.
Tickets for the screening at the Garden Cinema, located at 39-41 Parker St, London WC2B 5pq, can be purchased hear. This promises to be an evening of cinematic exploration, offering audiences a thought-provoking and visually stunning journey into the heart of human desire and the power of belief.
