"Embrace of the Serpent" is a 2015 Colombian film directed by Ciro Guerra. It tells the story of two scientists, Theodor Koch-Grunberg and Richard Evans Schultes, who journey through the Amazon rainforest in the early 20th century. The film explores their interactions with the indigenous Yagé people and the impact of colonialism on their culture and environment. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of a shaman named Karamakate, who guides the scientists in their quest for a sacred plant. The film is notable for its stunning black-and-white cinematography and its exploration of themes such as spirituality, nature, and the consequences of exploitation.