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Sky Arte documentary explores Peter Handke's poem on time

other · 2026-05-05

A documentary airing Friday, September 29 on Sky Arte HD pays homage to Peter Handke and his 1996 poem 'Canto alla durata'. The film, set against the backdrop of Handke's home and the woods where he walks, features the author himself narrating the origins of the poem and his search for moments in existence that give life meaning. Readings by Bruno Ganz and voices of Michele Placido and Alarico Salaroli complete the narrative. The documentary delves into the universal theme of duration, challenged by today's accelerated rhythms.

Key facts

  • Documentary airs Friday, September 29 on Sky Arte HD
  • Focuses on Peter Handke's 1996 poem 'Canto alla durata'
  • Handke narrates the origins of the poem
  • Set in Handke's home and surrounding woods
  • Features readings by Bruno Ganz
  • Includes voices of Michele Placido and Alarico Salaroli
  • Explores the theme of duration in modern life
  • Sky Arte site is powered by Artribune

Entities

Artists

  • Peter Handke
  • Bruno Ganz
  • Michele Placido
  • Alarico Salaroli

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

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