Rhea (1982)

Rhea (1982) poster

In Rhea (1982), Askevold elaborates on his interest in allusion and implication, using images that seem to be fragments of a larger narrative to suggest, rather than tell, a story. This piece consists of a series of close-up shots of numerous people, each stating a name or phrase. The shots gesture towards the type of staged reaction shot, often used in soap operas or made-for-TV movies, interrupting the linearity of the story.

Director: David Askevold
Runtime: 7 min
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Music: David Askevold
Cinematography: David Askevold
Editing: David Askevold
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rhea about?
In Rhea (1982), Askevold elaborates on his interest in allusion and implication, using images that seem to be fragments of a larger narrative to suggest, rather than tell, a story. This piece consists of a series of close-up shots of numerous people, each stating a name or phrase. The shots gesture towards the type of staged reaction shot, often used in soap operas or made-for-TV movies, interrupting the linearity of the story.
Who directed Rhea?
Rhea was directed by David Askevold.
Who stars in Rhea?
Rhea stars Domenic Garro, George Rathwell, Paul Lee, Janice Longeway, Mike Kilpatric, John Dewar.
How long is Rhea?
Rhea has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
Where was Rhea produced?
Rhea was produced in Canada.