The Stellar Guardians of Smolyan: A Documentary Narrative about the Planetarium

24.07.2025 | Documentary projects

Director Andrey Hristozokov presents a unique perspective on an institution dedicated to space research through an emotional documentary that reveals the human dimension behind scientific discoveries.

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The capital's cinematographic community witnessed the premiere of a remarkable documentary project that transcends the traditional boundaries of popular science cinema. On July 24, 2025, within the summer film program of Impressio.bg, the film "My Starry Tale" by director Andrey Hristozov was presented.

The creative documentary narrative focuses attention on the planetarium in Smolyan - a scientific center that over the years has become a true temple of astronomical knowledge. The film masterfully combines documentary chronicle with a deeply personal narrative, presenting the institution not simply as a scientific space, but as a life dedicated to cosmic exploration.

Hristozov skillfully reveals the human dimension behind astronomical equipment, presenting the people who have dedicated their professional path to understanding universal laws. The film offers an intimate look at those specialists whose dedication transforms the planetarium into a significant scientific center.

Through carefully selected shots and narrative, the documentary explores the complex relationship between human curiosity and technological progress. The director presents space not as a cold, mathematical space, but as a dynamic system filled with emotional messages and philosophical depths.

The film narrative masterfully interweaves scientific facts with personal stories, turning the film into an emotional journey between stars and human destinies. "My Starry Tale" transcends the classic boundaries of documentary cinema, presenting the planetarium as a living space of knowledge and human discovery.

The premiere confirmed Andrey Hristozov's reputation as a director capable of telling complex scientific narratives with deep emotional and aesthetic sensitivity. The film will undoubtedly remain a significant phenomenon in contemporary Bulgarian documentary cinema.