The Burning Times (1990)
This documentary takes an in-depth look at the witch hunts that swept Europe just a few hundred years ago. False accusations and trials led to massive torture and burnings at the stake and ultimately to the destruction of an organic way of life. The film questions whether the widespread violence against women and the neglect of our environment today can be traced back to those times.
Director: Donna Read
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: January 1, 1990
Cast
- Martha Henry - Narrator
Music: Loreena McKennitt
Cinematography: Susan Trow
Editing: Donna Read, Judith Merritt
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
spirituality, witchcraft, witch hunt, woman director, history
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Burning Times about?
- This documentary takes an in-depth look at the witch hunts that swept Europe just a few hundred years ago. False accusations and trials led to massive torture and burnings at the stake and ultimately to the destruction of an organic way of life. The film questions whether the widespread violence against women and the neglect of our environment today can be traced back to those times.
- Who directed The Burning Times?
- The Burning Times was directed by Donna Read.
- Who stars in The Burning Times?
- The Burning Times stars Martha Henry.
- How long is The Burning Times?
- The Burning Times has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is The Burning Times?
- The Burning Times is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Burning Times produced?
- The Burning Times was produced in Canada.