The Old Whetstone (2003)
In Ófeigsfjord in North-West Iceland the old whetstone has been used to sharpen the knives for five generations. There are still some eccentrics like Pétur Guðmundsson who live on and use the resources as his forefathers have done over the centuries. Here people have lived from the earth’s resources for generations: farming, fishing, collecting birds’ eggs and gathering driftwood.
Director: Hjálmtýr Heiðdal
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 44 min
Release Date: January 1, 2003
Country: Iceland
Original Language: is
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Old Whetstone about?
- In Ófeigsfjord in North-West Iceland the old whetstone has been used to sharpen the knives for five generations. There are still some eccentrics like Pétur Guðmundsson who live on and use the resources as his forefathers have done over the centuries. Here people have lived from the earth’s resources for generations: farming, fishing, collecting birds’ eggs and gathering driftwood.
- Who directed The Old Whetstone?
- The Old Whetstone was directed by Hjálmtýr Heiðdal.
- How long is The Old Whetstone?
- The Old Whetstone has a runtime of 44m (44 minutes).
- What genre is The Old Whetstone?
- The Old Whetstone is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Old Whetstone produced?
- The Old Whetstone was produced in Iceland.