Question 1

What makes the storytelling in Pepe unique?

Accepted Answer

The film is narrated by a voice claiming to be from a hippopotamus, telling the story of Pepe, the first and last hippo killed in the Americas, with overwhelming orality.

Question 2

Which film festivals featured Pepe in 2024?

Accepted Answer

Pepe was featured at Berlin, Chicago, Golden Horse, India, IndieLisboa, Istanbul, Jeonju, Karlovy Vary, BFI London, New York, Olhar de Cinema, San Sebastián, Toronto, and Vancouver film festivals.

Question 3

What danger of hippos is revealed through drone footage in Pepe?

Accepted Answer

Drone footage over the Magdalene river shows that one cannot grasp the whereabouts of hippos unless they emerge on camera or contrast is elevated to reveal their silhouette in the water.

Question 4

How did Pepe combine filming techniques to portray hippos?

Accepted Answer

The movie combines drone capture and wild hidden camera footage to portray its main characters: the hippos.

Question 5

What is the significance of Pepe as a Dominican film submission?

Accepted Answer

Pepe is the official submission of the Dominican Republic for the 'Best International Feature Film' category of the 98th Academy Awards in 2026.

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