Homo Botanicus (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2018, Homo Botanicus is a documentary film directed by Guillermo Quintero, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Fifteen years after giving up his studies as a botanist, the filmmaker decides to visit his old professor — Julio Betancur — and returns to the tropical forests of Colombia with Julio and his new disciple, the young Cristian Castro. This reunion launches a voyage that immerses us in doubts over science and the way we see the world, as Julio and Cristian look for their beloved plants in remote forests. Through their work, the film shows us the importance of legacies, and the strength of that ancient bond between master and disciple. Their search also prompts a personal reflection on modern man’s obsession with controlling and mapping nature. In the diverse and nearly infinite world of the tropics, what is the point of counting plants forever?
Who’s in it. Homo Botanicus stars Julio Betancur as Himself and Cristian Castro as himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Homo Botanicus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on GuideDoc. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Homo Botanicus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Homo Botanicus tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Homo Botanicus (2018)?
- In US, Homo Botanicus is available to stream on GuideDoc. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Homo Botanicus worth watching?
- Homo Botanicus holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Homo Botanicus?
- Homo Botanicus stars Julio Betancur and Cristian Castro.
- When was Homo Botanicus released?
- Homo Botanicus was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.