El Hombre Universal

O Homem Universal is a documentary that claims the memory of Arnoldo Palacios (1924 – 2015), an important representative of Afro literature in Colombia. It narrates his journey lived in the midst of the extreme poverty of the Colombian Pacific; his high ideals of understanding human reality lead him to different scenarios in European literature.

Directed by Andrés Fernando Morales, El Hombre Universal leans on a strong ensemble — Arnoldo Palacios — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 2018.