Concrete Shamanism Film Deck

*Only Lovers Left Alive* reflects shamanic themes through its portrayal of Adam and Eve, ancient vampire lovers who embody the role of spiritual guides and wisdom keepers. Like shamans, they exist on the periphery of human society, connected to the mysteries of life, death, and transformation. Their vast knowledge of art, science, and culture, accumulated over centuries, mirrors the shamanic practice of holding sacred wisdom for the community. The vampires’ ability to live between the worlds of the living and the dead also reflects a shamanic function, as they navigate the boundaries of mortality with reverence for nature, knowledge, and creativity. The film’s moody, meditative atmosphere, combined with themes of decay and renewal, creates a modern mythic landscape where the protagonists act as timeless intermediaries, healing and preserving the soul of a dying world through art and connection.