Perestroika (2009)
Sarah Turner's film is a ghost story that explores what we forget and how we remember. The stunning imagery comes solely from the window of the Trans-Siberian train, shot first in 1987-8 and then again in 2007-8. The re-enactment of the journey is a memory work, a re-enactment of the past in the present through the process of filming. But the return journey is haunted by the voices of two dead friends that dominate the soundscape of the 'archive' footage.
Director: Sarah Turner
Runtime: 118 min
Release Date: January 1, 2009
Cast
Screenplay
Cinematography: Sarah Turner, Matthew Walter
Editing: Sarah Turner
Production: Arts Council England, Film London, Film London Artists’ Moving Image Network
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Perestroika about?
- Sarah Turner's film is a ghost story that explores what we forget and how we remember. The stunning imagery comes solely from the window of the Trans-Siberian train, shot first in 1987-8 and then again in 2007-8. The re-enactment of the journey is a memory work, a re-enactment of the past in the present through the process of filming. But the return journey is haunted by the voices of two dead friends that dominate the soundscape of the 'archive' footage.
- Who directed Perestroika?
- Perestroika was directed by Sarah Turner.
- Who stars in Perestroika?
- Perestroika stars Sarah Turner, Sian Thomas, Jon Dovey, Carol Stevens, Philippe Baylaucq, Renny Bartlett.
- How long is Perestroika?
- Perestroika has a runtime of 1h 58m (118 minutes).
- Where was Perestroika produced?
- Perestroika was produced in United Kingdom.