A Paddle and a Compass (1992)
This collaborative video shot at a glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains, features a dialogue between two women friends who explore their relationship to the natural environment as influenced by their different cultural backgrounds. Through the layering of meditative images of canoeing, this video evokes a subtle examination of race, gender and privilege: how do we enter into this landscape, as residents, immigrants, tourists, and adventurers?
Director: Shani Mootoo, Wendy Oberlander
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date: January 1, 1992
Cast
- Shani Mootoo - Self
- Wendy Oberlander - Self
Production: Video Out
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Paddle and a Compass about?
- This collaborative video shot at a glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains, features a dialogue between two women friends who explore their relationship to the natural environment as influenced by their different cultural backgrounds. Through the layering of meditative images of canoeing, this video evokes a subtle examination of race, gender and privilege: how do we enter into this landscape, as residents, immigrants, tourists, and adventurers?
- Who directed A Paddle and a Compass?
- A Paddle and a Compass was directed by Shani Mootoo, Wendy Oberlander.
- Who stars in A Paddle and a Compass?
- A Paddle and a Compass stars Shani Mootoo, Wendy Oberlander.
- How long is A Paddle and a Compass?
- A Paddle and a Compass has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
- What genre is A Paddle and a Compass?
- A Paddle and a Compass is a Documentary film.
- Where was A Paddle and a Compass produced?
- A Paddle and a Compass was produced in Canada.