Distant Islands (1981)

Distant Islands (1981) poster

This short animation uses appliqué and embroidered tapestries to recall a young girl's happy summers spent sailing with her family off the coast of British Columbia. Each tapestry, meticulously stitched by hand with brightly coloured yarns, evokes the memory of leisurely days at sea, drifting among the islands.

Director: Bettina Maylone
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 6 min
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Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Distant Islands about?
This short animation uses appliqué and embroidered tapestries to recall a young girl's happy summers spent sailing with her family off the coast of British Columbia. Each tapestry, meticulously stitched by hand with brightly coloured yarns, evokes the memory of leisurely days at sea, drifting among the islands.
Who directed Distant Islands?
Distant Islands was directed by Bettina Maylone.
Who stars in Distant Islands?
Distant Islands stars Nettie Wild.
How long is Distant Islands?
Distant Islands has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
What genre is Distant Islands?
Distant Islands is a Animation film.
Where was Distant Islands produced?
Distant Islands was produced in Canada.