Physics for Poets

Written, Directed, & Produced by Gina Payzant

About the film

Physics for Poets is a magic realism historic docudrama film set in 1633, on the night that Galileo prepares to travel from Florence to Rome to appear in front of the Inquisitional Council. Various forces visit Galileo in the night, offering comfort, and advice, some of which is horrifyingly foreboding. The more technology we have, the more philosophy we need.

Cast

Mark Anderako as Galileo

Timothy J. Anderson as Kepler

Nikki Rae Hallow as Sister Maria

Quinn Contini as Viviani

Daniel Schiff as Torricelli

Key Crew

Jared Paull Cinematographer, Editor

Darrin Hagen Composer, Music Production

J.D. Schroeder Assistant Director

Larry Kelly Technical Director

Director Biography – Gina Payzant

Gina Payzant is an independent Canadian filmmaker whose work bridges rigourous research, theatrical discipline and cinematic craft. With roots in educational media, theatre, and documentary production, her films demonstrate a deep engagement with philosophical inquiry and formal experimentation. Her work includes Just A Ploughboy, which has garnered multiple festival selections and An Astronamical Moment, which is on permanent exhibit at the Centre of the Universe facillity near Victoria, BC.