Red Shift (1986)
This magnus opus is a domestic symphony from a woman's point of view, the portrait of a grandmother, mother and child and their home. The women and their personal objects are mostly seen alone or relating to one another (except for touching scenes of the grandmother and grandfather together). A key aspect of Red Shift is the reading of selections from Calamity Jane's "Diaries," the most narrative aspect of the film. The Diaries are read against activities seen through a window, life passing by (people walking in winter, a river flowing). They tell how Jane lost her daughter and had to survive by using her talents to act like a tough and physically competitive man...
Director: Gunvor Nelson
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: April 5, 1986
Cast
- Ulla Moberg - Mamma Sara
- Regine Grundel - Mamma Sara's Daughter Maria, as Young Girl
- Carin Grundel - Mamma Sara, as Older Woman
- Gunvor Nelson - Mamma Sara's Daughter Maria
- Oona Nelson - Anna, Maria's Daughter
- Edith Kramer - Narrator
Country: Sweden
Language: English, svenska
Original Language: en
Keywords
woman director
More Films by Director: Gunvor Nelson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Red Shift about?
- This magnus opus is a domestic symphony from a woman's point of view, the portrait of a grandmother, mother and child and their home. The women and their personal objects are mostly seen alone or relating to one another (except for touching scenes of the grandmother and grandfather together). A key aspect of Red Shift is the reading of selections from Calamity Jane's "Diaries," the most narrative aspect of the film. The Diaries are read against activities seen through a window, life passing by (people walking in winter, a river flowing). They tell how Jane lost her daughter and had to survive by using her talents to act like a tough and physically competitive man...
- Who directed Red Shift?
- Red Shift was directed by Gunvor Nelson.
- Who stars in Red Shift?
- Red Shift stars Ulla Moberg, Regine Grundel, Carin Grundel, Gunvor Nelson, Oona Nelson, Edith Kramer.
- How long is Red Shift?
- Red Shift has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- Where was Red Shift produced?
- Red Shift was produced in Sweden.