Walking the black line
A Film the Earth Asked For
Walking the Black Line is a feature length cinematic journey into the heart of one of the last living pre Columbian civilizations the Kogi people of Colombia. For over 4000 years, they have lived in balance with the Earth, preserving knowledge that modernity has long forgotten.
At a time when humanity faces climate collapse, social unrest, and deep spiritual disconnection, the Kogi offer not a solution, but a question: How did we forget our role as caretakers of life? And can we remember it in time?
Two Worlds - One Message
A cinematic journey bridging ancient indigenous wisdom with the challenges of our modern world.
The Voice from the Mountains
The film opens in Europe, where the Mamos demonstrate their extraordinary ability to read the landscape to a group of foresters and ecosystem experts.
The observers are astonished, yet the depth and subtlety of the information shared appears to go beyond their ability to fully grasp it.
A deeper shift in perception may be necessary.
The Messengers
In a bold departure from their usual seclusion, the Kogi elders choose a young leader, Arregoces Coronado, and his 15 year old daughter Ana Maria to carry their message into the world.
Their mission: to speak to the real world leaders not politicians, but the architects of modern technology.
They travel to Paris, to one of Europe’s leading conferences on artificial intelligence and consciousness. Will they understand what is at stake?
A Challenging Encounter
The invitation comes from Lucas Buchholz, a German Italian author and social entrepreneur who has spent years with the Kogi.
Struggling to bring their message to a Western world obsessed with carbon metrics and innovation, Lucas sees in this encounter a crucial turning point. But the meeting does not go as expected.
When a tech pioneer suggests uploading the Kogi’s wisdom into artificial intelligence, it becomes clear that a deeper approach is needed.
Returning to the Source
In search of answers, Lucas returns to the Sierra to meet with Mamos who have never left the mountain.
There, in deep conversations and ritual, new insight emerges about consciousness, paradigm shifts, and what is needed to realign the path of the modern world.
And surprisingly, the steps are deeply personal to say the least…
Two Worlds, One Path
The worlds depart again. As Ana Maria, the star of the stage in Paris gets challenged by the depth of her own culture and what it means to become a Kogi woman.
Arregoces is confronted with the necessity to complete a task the Mamos gave him long ago and Lucas embarks on his own journey to see where the advice of the Mamos leads him in life…
Join Us for the Pre Premiere Event
The Kogi have invited us to hold the exclusive pre premiere of the film in their sacred village.
A rare and intimate gathering, this event will mark the first time the Kogi witness their own story shared in this form.
promoting indigenous wisdom
learning how to live regeneratively
Intended Impact
Walking the Black Line seeks to do more than inspire. It aims to shift worldviews.
Our vision is to:
- Bring indigenous wisdom into mainstream awareness
- Enable a deep understanding of the necessary personal and global transformation
- Generate public attention for the Kogi initiative to buy back their ancestral land
The Cast
A traditional leader of the Kaggaba (Kogi) of the Sierra Nevada in Colombia. He is the principal of a Kogi school, the translator of the spiritual leaders (Mamos), and the first Kogi to hold a university degree.
Born in the indigenous Kogi village in Domingueka in the mountains,
14 year old. She has been chosen by the elders to study our western worlds and become a defender of her people and a protector of mother earth.
As an author and founder of the non profit organization Sacred Future and the Timeless Wisdom Academy he works on bringing indigenous wisdom into our modern world.
Kogi Mamo and Mayor of a major Kogi village in the higher elevations of the Sierra. He is about to embark on his first journey outside of the Sierra Nevada when he travels to Paris.
One of the highest spiritual authorities of the Kogi. He sits at the sacred rocks of a Kogi village high in the mountains, watching us Younger Brothers and Sisters and consulting the future with his oracle.
Arregoces’ brother and translator for the Mamos. When Arregoces gets hit hard by the family turbulences, he jumps in to support and help his older brother taking care of his visitors.
The wise Mamo of a Kogi village in the lower elevations of the Sierra Nevada. He his a renowned healer and tests Lucas Buchholz if he is fit to climb higher into the mountains and meet the Mamos there.
Renowned Kogi Mamo speaking on the laws of origin. He lives in the lower elevations of the mountains. He is to initiate Ana Maria to become a Kogi woman a teach her about the sacred weaving of the bags.
Steady, faithful and sometimes wild companions across the mountain trails of the Sierra Nevada.
Our Team
Kemane Bâ
A West-African-European filmmaker whose artistic vision carries the film and brings emotional depth and spiritual clarity to the screen.
Holden Davies
An Australian cinematographer with years of experience in filming and expertise in working with indigenous communities around the globe.
Sebastian Rost
German cameraman focused authentic storytelling with the Kogi.
Lucia Deyi
A screenwriter of Chinese heritage, crafting nuanced narratives that bridge worlds and laid the baseline for bringing the film to life.
Lucas Buchholz
Author of the book that inspired the film. The trust of the Kogi towards the team is grounded in his years of friendship and work supporting them.
Anna Reisch
With souther German precision, Anna crafts the magic of the subtitles, the core to understanding the message of the film.
Arregoces Coronado-Zarabata
Our translator who sits down many hours and relentlessly translated the words of the Mamos to Spanish, so that we can unterstand and translate into other languages.
Juan David Coronado-Mamatacan
Brother of Ana Maria and son of Arregoces. Her helps translate the endless dialogues of the Mamos together with his father.
Two ways to experience the film
Walking the Black Line is currently in post-production. As soon as it’s released, you’ll be able to either rent the documentary or access it as part of your Timeless Wisdom Academy membership. Stay informed or dive in deeper – your path starts here.
Rent the Film – $9.99
Stream the full Walking the Black Line documentary for 72 hours once it’s released.
This rental gives you access to the complete film, but not to the exclusive bonus content available to TWA members.
Be the first to know when it goes live.
Access via Membership
Get full access to the film and bonus content with selected TWA plans:
- Uncut scenes & rituals
- Extended teachings with Kogi Mamos
- Behind-the-scenes insights
Frequently Asked Questions
The film is currently in the final stages of editing and will be completed in the course of 2025. While we do not yet have a confirmed release date, we plan to submit the film to international festivals before making it publicly available. You can sign up on this page to receive updates and be among the first to watch it.
Once released, the film will be available for a one-time rental with a set viewing window. It will also be included in all yearly subscription plans of the Timeless Wisdom Academy (Essentials, Wisdom, Wisdom Plus, Guardian) at no additional cost.
Walking the Black Line follows the journey of the Kogi people of Colombia as they share their ancient perspective on life, balance, and the future of humanity. At a time of planetary crisis, the Kogi offer not solutions, but a deeper question: Have we forgotten our role as caretakers of life — and can we remember it in time? The film invites us to listen beyond words and reconnect with the invisible fabric of life.
Yes. The Kogi have invited us to hold a pre-premiere in their sacred village, marking the first time they witness their story in cinematic form. This rare and intimate gathering is a profound moment of reciprocity. A short film documenting the event will be included in the final release.
The film was made with full consent and close collaboration with the Kogi. A portion of all proceeds, including rentals, ticket sales, and Academy subscriptions goes directly to land buyback, youth education, and cultural preservation efforts through our nonprofit partner Sacred Future.
Yes. The film will be released with subtitles in English and German. Original voices, whether in Kogi, Spanish, or English are preserved to honor the authenticity and rhythm of each speaker. Additional language options may follow in future versions.
