Memories of Earth (2002)

Set against the unforgettable beauty of Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands), Memories of Earth takes viewers on a journey guided by traces of the past. The film records the meeting of two artistic worlds: that of the Haida, an indigenous people whose cultural life and mythology bespeak their belief in a tangible link between the real and the imaginary, and that of Frédéric Back, a master of animated film and committed humanist, whose works is an appeal to respect all things created. Through the magic of animation, the documentary casts fresh light on the legends and spirituality of the Haida.

Director: Jean Lemire
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: Simon Leclerc
Cinematography: Georges Dufaux, Jacques Bouffard
Production: Max Films
Country: Canada
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

first nations, british columbia, haida

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More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memories of Earth about?
Set against the unforgettable beauty of Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands), Memories of Earth takes viewers on a journey guided by traces of the past. The film records the meeting of two artistic worlds: that of the Haida, an indigenous people whose cultural life and mythology bespeak their belief in a tangible link between the real and the imaginary, and that of Frédéric Back, a master of animated film and committed humanist, whose works is an appeal to respect all things created. Through the magic of animation, the documentary casts fresh light on the legends and spirituality of the Haida.
Who directed Memories of Earth?
Memories of Earth was directed by Jean Lemire.
Who stars in Memories of Earth?
Memories of Earth stars Vlasta Vrana, Jim Hart, Gidansda Guujaaw, Mabel P. Williams.
How long is Memories of Earth?
Memories of Earth has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Memories of Earth?
Memories of Earth is a Documentary film.
Where was Memories of Earth produced?
Memories of Earth was produced in Canada.