Orozco the Embalmer (2001)

Plot

Tsurisaki Kiyotaka, a notorious death photographer from Japan, journeys to the grim heart of Bogota's Rue Morgue neighborhood in 1996, where violence and death are pervasive. Here, he encounters Froilan Orozco, a seasoned embalmer with over five decades of experience. As Orozco meticulously prepares the deceased for their final farewells, viewers witness the somber realities of mortality and the delicate artistry involved in embalming. The film offers a haunting glimpse into a world where death is a constant presence, and the stories of the departed are both poignant and compelling.