Lithuanian filmmaker Emilija Škarnulytė's documentary, 'Sounds of the Desert,' is set to premiere at the Black Nights Film Festival in Estonia. The film focuses on the lives and music of two members of the Sun Ra Arkestra, emphasizing themes of unity amid societal challenges.
Škarnulytė reflects on how the music of the Arkestra serves as a reminder of the potential for collective resilience in times of displacement and division, making the documentary particularly relevant in today's context.