Quartet for deafblind (1986)

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Examines the lives of deaf and blind children in a special wing of an institution in Amhearst, Nova Scotia. Shot during a month in residence at the school and edited over two years, the tape carefully observes and records the relationship these children have with each other, with their wards and with the artist himself. A thoughtful evocative study, with no voice-over commentary or "explanation."

Director: Norman Cohn
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 80 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quartet for deafblind about?
Examines the lives of deaf and blind children in a special wing of an institution in Amhearst, Nova Scotia. Shot during a month in residence at the school and edited over two years, the tape carefully observes and records the relationship these children have with each other, with their wards and with the artist himself. A thoughtful evocative study, with no voice-over commentary or "explanation."
Who directed Quartet for deafblind?
Quartet for deafblind was directed by Norman Cohn.
How long is Quartet for deafblind?
Quartet for deafblind has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is Quartet for deafblind?
Quartet for deafblind is a Documentary film.