Fernando Martín Peña: La proyección del mundo(2021)

Fernando Martín Peña: La proyección del mundo is a documentary that follows the renowned film historian as he returns to teach at the National University of La Plata after nearly two decades away. In the classroom, Peña guides students through History of Cinema II, sparking a rich dialogue about how we study and understand cinema's past. As the course unfolds, students grapple with fundamental questions about film history—its contradictions, blind spots, and meaning. The film captures the intellectual exchange between teacher and learners, revealing how cinema education shapes the way we see the world. Through classroom discussions and Peña's reflections, the documentary explores what it means to engage critically with film history and its relevance to contemporary culture.