Dawn (2018)

New Mexico, July 1945. In this land, the paths of an old farmer and a young Navajo boy cross, just prior to a world-changing event. This visual narrative piece features beautiful imagery and composition by Vancouver’s Todd Duym, which won him the award for Best Cinematography in a Short Drama at the Leo Awards in early June. It’s a poetic, silent contemplation of the beautiful landscapes and a memorable day long ago, recalled by the boy, now an old man who knows the implications of what he witnessed that morning. This is a powerful indictment of American military nuclear testing and its effects on Native Americans.

Director: Jörn Threlfall
Runtime: 13 min
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Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English, Navajo
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dawn about?
New Mexico, July 1945. In this land, the paths of an old farmer and a young Navajo boy cross, just prior to a world-changing event. This visual narrative piece features beautiful imagery and composition by Vancouver’s Todd Duym, which won him the award for Best Cinematography in a Short Drama at the Leo Awards in early June. It’s a poetic, silent contemplation of the beautiful landscapes and a memorable day long ago, recalled by the boy, now an old man who knows the implications of what he witnessed that morning. This is a powerful indictment of American military nuclear testing and its effects on Native Americans.
Who directed Dawn?
Dawn was directed by Jörn Threlfall.
How long is Dawn?
Dawn has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
Where was Dawn produced?
Dawn was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.