As I was preparing to watch this MetArt movie I had a minor epiphany. Before I watched “Cocoon” a question crossed my mind: would this be a self-contained production, or would it be a video recording of a still photo shoot. The names of Luca Helios and Leonardo immediately came to mind — both men are frequent contributors of still sets, and both have crafted videos that were shot at the same time as a still session.

Then it dawned on me. All of the movies created by Fenix have been self-contained, stand-alone productions, none of them have been video tapes of still photo sessions…because Fenix doesn’t shoot still photos! This may be obvious to others, but the realization took me by surprise. There are certainly photographers in the MetArt talent pool who have never shot a movie, but I wonder if there are other MetArt movie directors who have never shot a photo series? A research project for another day.

MetArt members have propelled Sofi A. to Top Model status and have kept her there. I share that enthusiasm. Sofi not only has an amazing body, she also has a sprightly attitude and a particularly graceful physicality. Whether it’s a still series or a movie, I never get tired of looking at her. “Cocoon” makes a fine and interesting addition to her catalog.

The movie has two completely different basic components. When it opens Sofi is indoors. She is barefoot and nearly naked — her sole piece of clothing is a diaphanous skirt. She poses, caresses, and displays her body with her signature skill. But then, without warning, we’re outdoors, in the rain, and Sofi, fully dressed, is chatting amiably with the cameraman. Another cut finds Sofi seated in a noisy restaurant. She chats some more, in English, while eating her lunch — a salad, a piece of cake, and a cup of green tea. After that we tag along as the model admires the offerings at a flower stand. Then it’s back inside for more posing.

The second round of posing finds Sofi on a circle of carpet and the camera looks down on her from above. Just after the four minute mark she assumes a pose that perfectly showcases her bodily splendor and her limber physical grace. The two distinct elements of “Cocoon” — formal nude posing and casual clothed “slice of life” footage — are sure to amuse and entertain Sofi’s many fans.