top of page
Screenshot 2024-10-09 at 21.09.44.png

Totality - Chasing the Great North American Eclipse

Documentary Short | English
 

SYNOPSIS: A gripping documentary following a dedicated Irish photographer's journey to America, chasing the perfect shot of the fleeting totality eclipse.

​

MY ROLES: Director and Editor

Starring: Fred Kelly

Director of Photography: Guilherme Possa

​​​

A Jungle House Production in association with Raw Dublin​

​

​​

​

Awards:

Grand Jury Awards - New York International Film Awards

Totality_poster1.png
IMG_6602.JPG
IMG_6307.jpg
IMG_6603.JPG
IMG_6162.jpg
IMG_6599.JPG
IMG_6330.jpg
IMG_6600.JPG
IMG_6109.jpg
IMG_6601.JPG
WhatsApp Image 2024-11-26 at 22.43.52.jpeg

Fred Kelly - Photographer

"The Totality documentary by Jungle House captures the thrill of chasing the Great North American Eclipse on April 8, 2024. For me, Jason, and Anto, it was a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. With tornado alerts and a stormy forecast, we made a bold choice. Against all odds, we found a break in the clouds just in time, witnessing totality in a surreal, unforgettable moment. The film brings it all back—every mile, every risk, and every breathtaking second."

Facetune_26-08-2021-11-57-45_edited.jpg

Arthur Lopes - Director's Statement

"Totality follows Irish photographer Fred Kelly on his passionate quest to capture the rare beauty of a total solar eclipse across the U.S. It’s a story that celebrates nature’s brilliance, the art of photography, and the determination to preserve fleeting moments that leave a lasting impact. Through Fred’s lens, we experience the relentless pursuit of perfection, the challenges of problem-solving, and a profound connection to something greater than ourselves. At its core, Totality is about chasing dreams, embracing the moment, and finding purpose in the journey. This short film invites us to see the world through Fred’s eyes, to treasure the not-so-ordinary, and to uncover beauty in the extraordinary."

©2025 Arthur Lopes. All rights reserved. No part of this website may be reproduced without permission.

bottom of page